As recently as 1980, Cambodia had no monetary system. The reign of Pol Pot removed a generation and created a fractured society filled with people who have big hearts and smiles. Many live exceptionally simple lives in the countryside, and it is fascinating to travel and view life from this perspective.
A countryside temple
A selection of meats at the market
Cambodian flag spinners
A busy market in the am
The kids were very curious about the sights and smells
Ronan looking for new gear
Grilling
Durian
Some kids carrying stew at a local school
We donated supplies and lunch to a rural school - it was important for the kids to see how children live in Cambodia
Some land across from the school
Handing out supplies
Ayla didnt really understand the situation, but she handed out some notebooks and ate some stew
She spent a lot of time in the car secretly eating lollipops
A water Buffalo - a Swiss army beast for Southeast Asia
Kristin in the market
Some proteins for sale
That ginger looks incredible
AM market
Kristin and I brought the kids into the countryside on ATVs - it was a wild trip and we nearly got stuck a few times
A temple
Some lotus
Ronan did a great job handing out supplies to the school - he looked every kid in the eyes
Some monks praying at the market
The ornate roof of a Buddhist temple
Young monks sitting in the shade listening to Drake
Market action
Take your pick - Ayla loved the crabs
A road
Ronan with the young monks
Details
Rambatans
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