For the past two years U Vaylu was: my driver, friend, history teacher, tour guide, spiritual advisor, and daily source of inspiration. I met him at this tea shop near his apartment on the morning of my last day in Yangon. We chatted and laughed, as always, and tried to forget about the fact that we might not see each other again, in this life anyway. Although I told you often, you can't possibly know how much you've impacted me, my friend. I love you.