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Five “Weird” Things I do in Cambodia

May 11, 2017May 11, 2017Leave a comment

Before I came to Cambodia, I read countless blogs from other travelers to learn as much as I could about the country, what to pack, and how to do things once I arrived. The same things seemed to come up every time: save as much money as possible before coming, haggle on prices, pack light; I … Continue reading Five “Weird” Things I do in Cambodia

The Elephant in the Room

March 14, 2017March 13, 20171 Comment

My heart pounded so hard I thought it would burst out of my chest. I could feel my palms growing cold with sweat, and my feet suddenly refused to move and remained anchored to the jungle floor. A wave of shock and disbelief washed over me, and I tried desperately to grasp hold of some remnant of … Continue reading The Elephant in the Room

A Letter to my Students

March 12, 2017Leave a comment

Dear Students, Though our time together came to close, the four weeks you gave me will always be unforgettable. From the moment I first met you, all eighty of you, running towards me on that fateful February day, I knew that this would be an incredible experience. Excited but intimidated, I waved and smiled and said … Continue reading A Letter to my Students

Cambodia Weekly Rewind 4

March 6, 2017March 5, 20172 Comments

How quickly time flies! I can hardly believe that four weeks, one whole month, have past since I first stepped foot in the Kingdom of Wonder. When I first arrived, I wanted to run home unapologetically. Now, the idea of leaving in five months seems nearly impossible. After being in Cambodia for one month, I … Continue reading Cambodia Weekly Rewind 4

Temple Hopping in Siem Reap

March 4, 2017March 4, 20171 Comment

If I did not see anything else in Cambodia, one thing I knew I needed to check off my list was Angkor Wat and visiting the other temples of Siem Reap. As I mentioned in my previous weekly rewind, this past weekend I went on a temple hopping adventure. I explored not only the world’s … Continue reading Temple Hopping in Siem Reap

Cambodia Weekly Rewind 3

February 27, 2017February 27, 2017Leave a comment

Another week, another blog post. I can hardly believe that I have been in the Kingdom of Wonder for three weeks now. Considering how rocky this adventure began, I am proud, in a slightly arrogant way, of my transformed perspective. Not only do I now have the emotional strength to handle Phnom Penh's bustling lifestyle, but I am also starting … Continue reading Cambodia Weekly Rewind 3

Chased by a Monkey at Wat Phnom

February 24, 2017February 27, 20171 Comment

Last week after attempting to visit the Royal Palace in the afternoon only to discover it was closed for lunch, my fellow volunteer friend Laura and I decided to seize the day and see some of the other sites in Phnom Penh. We went on a three hour trek around the city taking in the various … Continue reading Chased by a Monkey at Wat Phnom

Cambodia Weekly Rewind 2

February 22, 2017February 27, 2017Leave a comment

With another week of my Cambodian adventure complete, I can report that I am beginning to feel more comfortable and confident in my adoptive home. While my first week in Cambodia was a self proclaimed emotional roller coaster, the second week proved to be a little more stable. There were still surprises, break downs, and … Continue reading Cambodia Weekly Rewind 2

Stalking Monks at the Royal Palace

February 15, 2017February 27, 2017Leave a comment

In the months before I left for Phnom Penh, I eagerly read other travel blogs to learn what sites I should see while there. While I had plans to explore all of Cambodia, from the temples of Siem Reap to the Elephant Conservation project in Mondulkiri. I wanted to ensure that I saw everything that … Continue reading Stalking Monks at the Royal Palace

Cambodia Weekly Rewind 1

February 12, 2017February 13, 2017Leave a comment

It has been a week since I first stepped foot in the Kingdom of Wonder, and I often find myself in a state of disbelief that I am really here. From the very first moment Cambodia terrified and challenged me. Even though I had a seventeen hour flight to Singapore, a thirteen hour overnight layover, … Continue reading Cambodia Weekly Rewind 1

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