Comments on: A Tale of Two NGOs: Hope and Healing for Cambodia

By: Alex

Alex — Tue, 13 Oct 2015 15:38:01 +0000

In reply to Phil. I'm glad you found an organization that moved you and that you continue to be involved long term. That, I think, is the very best way to make a difference! It sounds like you have gotten a lot back from it as well.

By: Phil

Phil — Tue, 13 Oct 2015 04:13:39 +0000

Another great post and thanks Alex on a subject close to my heart.
I mentioned in a previous comment my family had fallen in love with Cambodia and are planning our 4th trip. We have found 2 schools that were opened and run by a generous American couple who were also moved on a vacation (spitlerschool.org). My family raise donations and help out at the schools in the poorest part of Siem Reap. Despite a terrible recent history that has effected everyone in the Country, abject poverty, corruption, no social services, etc, we find the Cambodian people incredibly uplifting. Cambodian’s are the happiest and most generous people I have met anywhere in the world who face hardship with such positivity.
My 2 daughters aged 13 and 15 get so much back from helping out at the school (as do my wife and I) and learn it isn’t “things” that make you happy, that you can decide how positive you feel despite factors outside your control. Helping out at the school is always the highlight of the holiday for the girls.

By: Alex

Alex — Wed, 09 Sep 2015 19:12:31 +0000

In reply to Kiaheng. Thanks for reading and commenting, Kiaheng! I love Cambodia and hope to return very soon.

By: Kiaheng

Kiaheng — Mon, 31 Aug 2015 15:02:05 +0000

Thanks for these great actions from these 2 NGOs and great sharing through this blog. I got a chance to visit Kompong Trach, Kampot and know some friends from there as well moving to continue education and work in Sihanoukville and Phnom Penh. Hoping by time all the parents will understand and send their children to school for future life in this developing country.

I love the photos along with the article much!

By: Alex

Alex — Tue, 17 Mar 2015 17:13:45 +0000

In reply to amy - toothbrush travels. You're so welcome Amy! Loved having the opportunity to write something like this.

By: amy - toothbrush travels

amy - toothbrush travels — Tue, 17 Mar 2015 13:32:11 +0000

I love that they reward parents for good attendance – such a nice incentive to get them education and money so that they don’t have to stay home to earn.

Two really great places, thanks for sharing! xx

By: wes

wes — Mon, 09 Mar 2015 03:26:37 +0000

Btw that picture of the drills is great.

By: Alex

Alex — Sun, 08 Mar 2015 22:34:32 +0000

In reply to Camels & Chocolate. Worst part: Not meeting Alex despite being in the same city (damn you SVV and your ban on iPads!)

By: Camels & Chocolate

Camels & Chocolate — Sat, 07 Mar 2015 06:09:52 +0000

I also did a volunteer visit at Palm Tree Orphanage when I was in PP. Best part of my trip around the world!

By: Alex

Alex — Fri, 06 Mar 2015 23:13:45 +0000

In reply to Tammyonthemove. Ha, yup, such a mystery indeed. I don't like being stared at by adults (I squirm under scrutiny!) but with kids it is pretty entertaining.