Hoa: Hi, Na. Have you been away?
Na: Yes. I went to the countryside for the weekend.
Hoa: Where did you go?
Na: I went to Kim Lien. It’s a village.
Some of my relatives live there.
Hoa: I’ve heard it’s a beautiful place.
Na: It is. And it’s very quiet and peaceful. I had a really nice weekend, but I don’t want to live there permanently.
Hoa: Why not?
Na: It’s too quiet. There is nothing to do.
Hoa: Yes. but things are changing in the countryside.
Na: Such as?
Hoa: Many remote areas are getting electricity. People can now have things like refrigerators and
Na: And TV.
Hoa: That too. TV is bringing not only information but also entertainment. And medical facilities are more easily accessible too. Life in the provinces is definitely changing for the better.
Na: But the city has so much more to offer.
Hoa: In many ways, I prefer the countryside. Life is simple, people are friendly and the air is clean.