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Cambodian children are some of the happiest kids on earth. What they may lack in material wealth, they more than make up for in their rich cultural traditions, strong family ties, and a tight community bond that gives each person a sense of belonging, identity, and shared purpose.
When you think of Cambodia, you might think of iconic symbols like Angkor Wat, Apsara dancers, the Khmer Empire, etc. But I would propose that it is actually the humble hammock that is the cultural symbol of Cambodian daily life. This simple implement is deeply embedded in Cambodian culture, and you see it everywhere including cities, rural areas, and even roadside shops. Cambodians use the hammock for relaxation, midday naps, and even sleeping overnight.
Battambang is Cambodia’s second largest city. To truly experience the country you must get out to the countryside and off the beaten path. Battambang is the perfect place for it.
One of the more unique places I visited was a village where they organized illegal fish fights.
Yes, you heard that right…fish fighting!
The men in the village train their fish to attack one another as soon as they are placed in a bowl. They place their bets in hopes that their fish is the last one standing or swimming in this case.
By the time I got to the village all activities had ceased and the fish were at rest in their bowls. I did capture these young boys at play and one of them waved goodbye to me, as I was about to hop on my motorbike.
If you have been following my Cambodia series you may have noticed one iconic landmark missing…the temples of Angkor Wat.
I plan on posting photos of beautiful Angkor Wat and the rest of Cambodia next year. For now, I will be taking a hiatus from posting photos from my Southeast Asia journey. In the meantime I will be posting photos from around my hometown of San Diego, California.
Thank you for coming along with me on my Southeast Asia journey. I hope you guys got most of your Christmas shopping done.
Wishing all of you a blessed Christmas and a wonderful New Year!
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Children at work in a small rural village outside of Siem Reap in Cambodia.
While driving through a small village I saw a group of children walking in a single file line carrying coconuts and I knew I had to stop to photograph them. They did their job quickly and in an efficient manner. In a matter of minutes they completed their task of taking the coconuts from a farm and loading them in the back of a truck to take to a local market.
When they were all done the group of kids (about fifteen of them) piled into the back of a pickup truck and waved goodbye to me as they went on to the next village to repeat the same task.
Wishing all of you a very Merry Christmas!
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“There is a road from the eye to heart that does not go through the intellect” – G.K. Chesteron
Banlung is the provincial capitol for the Ratanakiri Province in Cambodia. Located in the northeastern part of the country, bordering both Vietnam to the east and Laos to the north, it is one of the least visited provinces.
I stayed at the exceptional Treetop Ecolodge run by Mr. T (not that Mr. T from the “A” Team). I rented a bicycle to visit nearby Yak Loum Crater Lake. Mr. T recommended I get there first thing in the morning to capture the best light. He also mentioned that I would probably be the only foreigner there since locals mainly visit the lake.
He was right about being the only foreigner there, but the morning light was terrible. The only people around were the local vendors selling food and drinks. I decided to just put my camera down and appreciate the crater lake with my own eyes. Afterwards, I bought a drink from one of the vendors and her two children started to play with me.
I took a couple of photographs of them and they would laugh hysterically every time I showed their picture on my LCD screen. Because of the proximity that I was photographing them there was a clear connection between both of us. Their eyes were the landscape of Cambodia...one of struggle and hope for the future.
Merry Christmas my friends!
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Naked Cambodian children frolic in the cool water on a sweltering hot day. There seemed to be a whole lot more people around the Wat (Buddhist temple) this time of the day (late afternoon). Notice the number of people sitting on the wall above the kids. My presumption is that there is a school or college attached to, or very close to this Wat. (Prek Toal Bird Sanctuary, Siem Reap, Cambodia, Apr. 2014)
"If your photographs aren't good enough, you're not close enough." - Robert Capa
Banlung is the provincial capitol for the Ratanakiri Province in Cambodia. Located in the northeastern part of the country, bordering both Vietnam to the east and Laos to the north, it is one of the least visited provinces.
I stayed at the exceptional Treetop Ecolodge run by Mr. T (not that Mr. T from the “A” Team). I rented a bicycle to visit nearby Yak Loum Crater Lake. Mr. T recommended I get there first thing in the morning to capture the best light. He also mentioned that I would probably be the only foreigner there since the lake is mainly visited by locals.
He was right about being the only foreigner there, but the morning light was terrible. The only people around were the local vendors selling food and drinks. I decided to just put my camera down and appreciate the crater lake with my own eyes. Afterwards, I bought a drink from one of the vendors and her two children started to play with me.
I took a couple of photographs of her daughter and she would laugh hysterically every time I showed her picture on my LCD screen. Because of the proximity that I was photographing her there was a clear connection between both of us. Her eyes were the landscape of Cambodia...one of struggle and hope for the future.
Stay tuned for more of my adventures in Southeast Asia.
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1999 was my 1st trip to Phenom Penh. It's almost obligatory to visit the Killing Fields and the Toul Sleng prison, also known as“Public School S-21” My visit to the Killing Fields was very early in the morning and there was only 1 other couple there. It was very quiet, the morning sun began to shine on the newly built Pagoda housing the skulls of the victims; and oddly it was peacefully spiritual. Killing Fields Skulls A very strong presence of the departed soulsToul Sleng, on the other hand, was pure evil. I've been back to Cambodia several times; I won't go back in there. I let the“1st timers” go in, and wait outside with the Moto-drivers These girls were just outside the building, but still on the prison/school grounds. It is still emotional when I look at their smiles. Cambodia's past and future all rolled into 1 memory. I found the optimism of the people in '99 happily overwhelming. I have been back several times since, and it seems that some of the“magic hope for the future” has now faded. Corruption and politicians have taken the smile off many faces
Kristin McWilliams and Lisa Couvillion.
Direct Relief Women – a group that supports Direct Relief’s programs targeting maternal and child health – raised more than $100,000 at its third annual Mother’s Day event held Thursday evening at the home of Bryan and Lisa Babcock in Montecito.
The amount raised will allow the Goleta-based humanitarian aid organization to support more than 4,000 safe births for mothers and children worldwide.
Nearly 200 people attended the event that featured special guest Scott Neeson, founder of the Cambodian Children’s Fund (CCF). After introductions by Direct Relief President and CEO, Thomas Tighe, and Direct Relief Women Chair, Mari Mitchel, Neeson gave a stirring presentation on the need for holistic medical care for mothers and children suffering in the slums of Cambodia.
July 6, 2017 - The school kids take a boat to attend school. It was lunch time and the we saw the students and teachers heading home for lunch as we headed back to our vehicle.
Boat ride on Tonle Sap Lake. We will be getting a glimpse of the life of Cambodia's river people. Floating villages sprawl across the lakefront. The people who live on the water have tied their lives to the lake's cycles, and are constantly on the move as the water level rises or falls throughout the year. Tone Sap means "Great Lake" and is one of the world's geographical wonders as well as the largest freshwater lake in Southeast Asia. When the rain begins in June and July, the Mekong River begins to rise, but instead of flooding its own banks it begins to push the waters of the Tonle Sap at Phnom Penh northward reversing the river's flow. The waters of Tonle Sap river than flood the lake, increasing its size tenfold and flooding surrounding forests and fields, leaving behind fertile silt for rice cultivation. In October after monsoon season has passed, the lake drains and the river returns to its southern flow. Previous text taken from our OAT itinerary.
Khmer children frolicking in a pool just outside the Banteay Kdei temple. There were at least six to seven photographers from several tourist vehicles at the site, each calling to the kid to pose. The kids initially posed, but later lost interest in the tourists, despite several catcalls from them, especially one over-enthusiastic lady with a dSLR camera. Now I hate to make a human zoo out of people, especially small kids, but while the boy wouldn't budge, the girl suddenly looked up and smiled. Gotcha! Thank you, little girl- you made my day! (Siem Reap, Cambodia, Oct. 2008)
In 1999, I planned a trip through Cambodia and Vietnam. Before my trip I had been warned, (or advised might be a better term), to carry treats and trinkets for the kids around Siem Reap. I did so, and it turned out to be one of the highlights of the trip. They would try to sell me postcards. I would try to sell them my watch for some outrageous price. They would act shocked, I would give them a tootsie roll. Then, their whole attitude would change: they became kids. They quickly forgot that they were supposed to be"Mercenary Postcard Vendors", enjoying a few moments of childhood. That was when I was able to take some wonderful pictures of the children. This was before they and the other beggars were banned from Angkor Wat; I would look at the other tourists trying to shoo the kids away like flies, getting upset when the kids became even more aggressive. I was ever grateful that I was having a completely different experience! These two little girls turned out to be my favorite pix.
The lady had a delightful son who was pretty sharp for his age. His mother seated him on her lap while the coffee was on the boil. The kid has apparently seen scores of tourists before, Can you tell? Marom poses. (Prek Toal Bird Sanctuary, Siem Reap, Cambodia, Apr. 2014)
Sandra Garcia, Hannah Echt (NCL Volunteer) and others enjoy the event.
Direct Relief Women – a group that supports Direct Relief’s programs targeting maternal and child health – raised more than $100,000 at its third annual Mother’s Day event held Thursday evening at the home of Bryan and Lisa Babcock in Montecito.
The amount raised will allow the Goleta-based humanitarian aid organization to support more than 4,000 safe births for mothers and children worldwide.
Nearly 200 people attended the event that featured special guest Scott Neeson, founder of the Cambodian Children’s Fund (CCF). After introductions by Direct Relief President and CEO, Thomas Tighe, and Direct Relief Women Chair, Mari Mitchel, Neeson gave a stirring presentation on the need for holistic medical care for mothers and children suffering in the slums of Cambodia.
Betsy Zwick Jones, Marie Prenatt and Corinna Gordon.
Direct Relief Women – a group that supports Direct Relief’s programs targeting maternal and child health – raised more than $100,000 at its third annual Mother’s Day event held Thursday evening at the home of Bryan and Lisa Babcock in Montecito.
The amount raised will allow the Goleta-based humanitarian aid organization to support more than 4,000 safe births for mothers and children worldwide.
Nearly 200 people attended the event that featured special guest Scott Neeson, founder of the Cambodian Children’s Fund (CCF). After introductions by Direct Relief President and CEO, Thomas Tighe, and Direct Relief Women Chair, Mari Mitchel, Neeson gave a stirring presentation on the need for holistic medical care for mothers and children suffering in the slums of Cambodia.
July 6, 2017 - The school kids take a boat to attend school. It was lunch time and the we saw the students and teachers heading home for lunch as we headed back to our vehicle.
Boat ride on Tonle Sap Lake. We will be getting a glimpse of the life of Cambodia's river people. Floating villages sprawl across the lakefront. The people who live on the water have tied their lives to the lake's cycles, and are constantly on the move as the water level rises or falls throughout the year. Tone Sap means "Great Lake" and is one of the world's geographical wonders as well as the largest freshwater lake in Southeast Asia. When the rain begins in June and July, the Mekong River begins to rise, but instead of flooding its own banks it begins to push the waters of the Tonle Sap at Phnom Penh northward reversing the river's flow. The waters of Tonle Sap river than flood the lake, increasing its size tenfold and flooding surrounding forests and fields, leaving behind fertile silt for rice cultivation. In October after monsoon season has passed, the lake drains and the river returns to its southern flow. Previous text taken from our OAT itinerary.
Kim Thomas, Brooke Tiller, Carrie Randolph, Emily Jones and Maggie Geyer.
Direct Relief Women – a group that supports Direct Relief’s programs targeting maternal and child health – raised more than $100,000 at its third annual Mother’s Day event held Thursday evening at the home of Bryan and Lisa Babcock in Montecito.
The amount raised will allow the Goleta-based humanitarian aid organization to support more than 4,000 safe births for mothers and children worldwide.
Nearly 200 people attended the event that featured special guest Scott Neeson, founder of the Cambodian Children’s Fund (CCF). After introductions by Direct Relief President and CEO, Thomas Tighe, and Direct Relief Women Chair, Mari Mitchel, Neeson gave a stirring presentation on the need for holistic medical care for mothers and children suffering in the slums of Cambodia.
Kelly Walker, Lisa Boisset Babcock, Mari Mitchel and Kristin McWilliams.
Direct Relief Women – a group that supports Direct Relief’s programs targeting maternal and child health – raised more than $100,000 at its third annual Mother’s Day event held Thursday evening at the home of Bryan and Lisa Babcock in Montecito.
The amount raised will allow the Goleta-based humanitarian aid organization to support more than 4,000 safe births for mothers and children worldwide.
Nearly 200 people attended the event that featured special guest Scott Neeson, founder of the Cambodian Children’s Fund (CCF). After introductions by Direct Relief President and CEO, Thomas Tighe, and Direct Relief Women Chair, Mari Mitchel, Neeson gave a stirring presentation on the need for holistic medical care for mothers and children suffering in the slums of Cambodia.
July 6, 2017 - The school kids take a boat to attend school. It was lunch time and the we saw the students and teachers heading home for lunch as we headed back to our vehicle.
Boat ride on Tonle Sap Lake. We will be getting a glimpse of the life of Cambodia's river people. Floating villages sprawl across the lakefront. The people who live on the water have tied their lives to the lake's cycles, and are constantly on the move as the water level rises or falls throughout the year. Tone Sap means "Great Lake" and is one of the world's geographical wonders as well as the largest freshwater lake in Southeast Asia. When the rain begins in June and July, the Mekong River begins to rise, but instead of flooding its own banks it begins to push the waters of the Tonle Sap at Phnom Penh northward reversing the river's flow. The waters of Tonle Sap river than flood the lake, increasing its size tenfold and flooding surrounding forests and fields, leaving behind fertile silt for rice cultivation. In October after monsoon season has passed, the lake drains and the river returns to its southern flow. Previous text taken from our OAT itinerary.
Just like at the entrance to the Ta Prohm temple (see previous pictures earlier in this album), here to is another pair of Cambodian children at play, this time in a pool at the entrance to Banteay Kdei temple. I had a very basic camera at the time with a very limited zoom, and I was trying to get the attention of the children so that I could snap this picture. The little boy was ignoring me completely, though fortunately the little girl (facing me) gave me a smile and actually held still for a pose. Too about the limited zoom on my camera,which I just mentioned. Playing in that murky water, I was wondering at the health implications of their sport, but the kids seemed not bothered at all and were perfectly happy doing what their little minds were telling them to do. Once they grow up a bit, many of these children go about selling trinkets and tourist kitsch to the many tourists who come to visit the Angkor temples. Most of them are super persistent and being little kiddos, it's quite difficult to tell them off too harshly as well. So it requires some degree of patience and perseverance to deal with these little kids flocking around you at all the Angkor temples. Most of them carry their wares in littls biscuit tins or wicker bowls, pestering you to buy. Back to these little souls though, they are as yet far too young to master the selling technique, and for the momemt appear to be perfectly smug and happy in whatever they do. Bless them! (Siem Reap, Cambodia, Oct. 2008)
The cute Cambodian kid in the tea stall was totally pre occupied with a half full bottle of water and a mug. He gives us a curious look when we ask him to look up and smile for the camera. (Prek Toal Bird Sanctuary, Siem Reap, Cambodia, Apr. 2014)
A boy and his family at Angkor Wat in Cambodia. His family was selling rides on some ponies. He was swinging that sword around like it was a toy (which it wasn't!) and his little brother who was just out of the picture was way to close to him for our comfort.
The approach to the Killing Fields near Phnom Penh, Cambodia. The older girl was combing the younger ones hair and as we got closer, they quickly stood up and started asking us for money.
I loved the innocence of these kids! As I was trooping into one of the Angkor temples along with a huge group of other tourists, I couldn't help noticing these two innocents playing about in the sand, unconcerned with all the fuss around them. So poor, and so simple! All they were playing with was a sheet of cardboard and lose mud. I loved the interaction between the kids and their sheer innocence, and couldn't help shooting this picture. (Siem Reap, Cambodia, Oct. 2008)
Direct Relief Women – a group that supports Direct Relief’s programs targeting maternal and child health – raised more than $100,000 at its third annual Mother’s Day event held Thursday evening at the home of Bryan and Lisa Babcock in Montecito.
The amount raised will allow the Goleta-based humanitarian aid organization to support more than 4,000 safe births for mothers and children worldwide.
Nearly 200 people attended the event that featured special guest Scott Neeson, founder of the Cambodian Children’s Fund (CCF). After introductions by Direct Relief President and CEO, Thomas Tighe, and Direct Relief Women Chair, Mari Mitchel, Neeson gave a stirring presentation on the need for holistic medical care for mothers and children suffering in the slums of Cambodia.
Khmer children at play- wonder what their future would be? I am on the long entrance path leading from the parking lot to the Ta Prohm temple in Siem Reap, Cambodia. One of the scores of Angkor temples dotting the countryside near Siem Reap, the Ta Prohm temple is quite a distance inside, meaning a pretty long walk inside. I almost missed these two local tots playing about in the loose mud right next to the trail. My instant reactions were one of fascination (at their innocence) and pity (they look so poor and deprived and are playing with just a sheet of paper and the loose earth around them). Their houses ought to be nearby, probably deep in the bush. I was left wondering what kind of a future these little kids would have? They were so busy doing their own little thing that the ignored our group completely- they surely see scores of tourists every day. Nor was anyone from our group really bothered about them- except a couple of people like me who paused to take a picture. As they grow slighty bigger, you see scores of kids around all Angkor temple sites peddling trinkets and tourist kitsch- and most of them are quite pushy. Not these too though- they are still babies, barely out of their nappies. (Siem Reap, Cambodia, Oct. 2008)
July 6, 2017 - The school kids take a boat to attend school. It was lunch time and the we saw the students and teachers heading home for lunch as we headed back to our vehicle.
Boat ride on Tonle Sap Lake. We will be getting a glimpse of the life of Cambodia's river people. Floating villages sprawl across the lakefront. The people who live on the water have tied their lives to the lake's cycles, and are constantly on the move as the water level rises or falls throughout the year. Tone Sap means "Great Lake" and is one of the world's geographical wonders as well as the largest freshwater lake in Southeast Asia. When the rain begins in June and July, the Mekong River begins to rise, but instead of flooding its own banks it begins to push the waters of the Tonle Sap at Phnom Penh northward reversing the river's flow. The waters of Tonle Sap river than flood the lake, increasing its size tenfold and flooding surrounding forests and fields, leaving behind fertile silt for rice cultivation. In October after monsoon season has passed, the lake drains and the river returns to its southern flow. Previous text taken from our OAT itinerary.
Beth Kanter didn't sleep for 2 days, and proved that one passionate individual can make an amazing amount of difference. In this case, over $50K worth of difference. holy candystripers batman!
i like to think my "Give it Up, Bitch" post and my Facebook tag-spamming for charity (fucking for virginity? hmmm)... made all the difference.
hey, every little 4-letter word helps :)
Jennifer Guess, Gamble Parks and Steve Jung.
Direct Relief Women – a group that supports Direct Relief’s programs targeting maternal and child health – raised more than $100,000 at its third annual Mother’s Day event held Thursday evening at the home of Bryan and Lisa Babcock in Montecito.
The amount raised will allow the Goleta-based humanitarian aid organization to support more than 4,000 safe births for mothers and children worldwide.
Nearly 200 people attended the event that featured special guest Scott Neeson, founder of the Cambodian Children’s Fund (CCF). After introductions by Direct Relief President and CEO, Thomas Tighe, and Direct Relief Women Chair, Mari Mitchel, Neeson gave a stirring presentation on the need for holistic medical care for mothers and children suffering in the slums of Cambodia.
Joetta McClintock,Tori McLintock and another guest.
Direct Relief Women – a group that supports Direct Relief’s programs targeting maternal and child health – raised more than $100,000 at its third annual Mother’s Day event held Thursday evening at the home of Bryan and Lisa Babcock in Montecito.
The amount raised will allow the Goleta-based humanitarian aid organization to support more than 4,000 safe births for mothers and children worldwide.
Nearly 200 people attended the event that featured special guest Scott Neeson, founder of the Cambodian Children’s Fund (CCF). After introductions by Direct Relief President and CEO, Thomas Tighe, and Direct Relief Women Chair, Mari Mitchel, Neeson gave a stirring presentation on the need for holistic medical care for mothers and children suffering in the slums of Cambodia.
The Leadership Committee - Hayley Jessup, Carolyn Chandler, Beth Green, Kelly Walker, Mari Mitchel, Kristin McWilliams, Carrie Randolph and Christina Stoney.
Direct Relief Women – a group that supports Direct Relief’s programs targeting maternal and child health – raised more than $100,000 at its third annual Mother’s Day event held Thursday evening at the home of Bryan and Lisa Babcock in Montecito.
The amount raised will allow the Goleta-based humanitarian aid organization to support more than 4,000 safe births for mothers and children worldwide.
Nearly 200 people attended the event that featured special guest Scott Neeson, founder of the Cambodian Children’s Fund (CCF). After introductions by Direct Relief President and CEO, Thomas Tighe, and Direct Relief Women Chair, Mari Mitchel, Neeson gave a stirring presentation on the need for holistic medical care for mothers and children suffering in the slums of Cambodia.
July 6, 2017 - The school kids take a boat to attend school. It was lunch time and the we saw the students and teachers heading home for lunch as we headed back to our vehicle.
Boat ride on Tonle Sap Lake. We will be getting a glimpse of the life of Cambodia's river people. Floating villages sprawl across the lakefront. The people who live on the water have tied their lives to the lake's cycles, and are constantly on the move as the water level rises or falls throughout the year. Tone Sap means "Great Lake" and is one of the world's geographical wonders as well as the largest freshwater lake in Southeast Asia. When the rain begins in June and July, the Mekong River begins to rise, but instead of flooding its own banks it begins to push the waters of the Tonle Sap at Phnom Penh northward reversing the river's flow. The waters of Tonle Sap river than flood the lake, increasing its size tenfold and flooding surrounding forests and fields, leaving behind fertile silt for rice cultivation. In October after monsoon season has passed, the lake drains and the river returns to its southern flow. Previous text taken from our OAT itinerary.
Fiona Jessup, Samantha Jessup, Hayley Firestone Jessup, Polly Firestone Walker, Kate Firestone and Andrew Firestone.
Direct Relief Women – a group that supports Direct Relief’s programs targeting maternal and child health – raised more than $100,000 at its third annual Mother’s Day event held Thursday evening at the home of Bryan and Lisa Babcock in Montecito.
The amount raised will allow the Goleta-based humanitarian aid organization to support more than 4,000 safe births for mothers and children worldwide.
Nearly 200 people attended the event that featured special guest Scott Neeson, founder of the Cambodian Children’s Fund (CCF). After introductions by Direct Relief President and CEO, Thomas Tighe, and Direct Relief Women Chair, Mari Mitchel, Neeson gave a stirring presentation on the need for holistic medical care for mothers and children suffering in the slums of Cambodia.
He'd had enough of 'camera time' while sitting on his mother's lap, and I'd even given US$ 1 as modeling fee. So he had no intention of wasting any more time with this crazy tourist and his Nikon D90 and went right back to what he was doing. The men folk at this shop surprisingly disappeared into the shadows and seemed most reluctant to come out and make conversation. Prek Toal Bird Sanctuary, Siem Reap, Cambodia, Apr. 2014)
Jason Hughes, Andrew Firestone and John Murphy.
Direct Relief Women – a group that supports Direct Relief’s programs targeting maternal and child health – raised more than $100,000 at its third annual Mother’s Day event held Thursday evening at the home of Bryan and Lisa Babcock in Montecito.
The amount raised will allow the Goleta-based humanitarian aid organization to support more than 4,000 safe births for mothers and children worldwide.
Nearly 200 people attended the event that featured special guest Scott Neeson, founder of the Cambodian Children’s Fund (CCF). After introductions by Direct Relief President and CEO, Thomas Tighe, and Direct Relief Women Chair, Mari Mitchel, Neeson gave a stirring presentation on the need for holistic medical care for mothers and children suffering in the slums of Cambodia.