8 months in China, so why am I in Bangkok?
It’s so hard to believe it’s been almost 8 months since we left the U.S. and moved to China. It’s also hard to believe that as I write this, I’m sitting in Bangkok, Thailand! When we moved to China, we…
How we spent our other 24 hours in Phnom Penh
Other than the day devoted to genocide, I actually thoroughly enjoyed our time in Cambodia’s capital, Phnom Penh. We decided to spend our second 24 hours in Phnom Penh just relaxing and exploring the sites and sounds of the city. Our…
Exploring the Silver Pagoda in Phnom Penh
Although Phnom Penh may be known for its memorials to the Khmer Rouge genocide, it also has some more aesthetically pleasing sites to visit. One of its most popular attractions is the Silver Pagoda, which is certainly a welcome reprieve…
Two if by tuk tuk: A photographic journey through the streets of Phnom Penh
The gritty streets of Phnom Penh reflect the scars of history and foreshadow prospects for the future. Although thirty years have passed since the brutal reign of the Khmer Rouge, Cambodia is still recovering and the evidence is all…
Confronting Cambodia’s tragic past, Part 3: The Killing Fields
“You visited the what today?!” The Killing Fields. Oh, and a genocide museum. People often look at me like I’m crazy when I tell them what we do on our “vacations.” I suppose they’re reactions are not completely unjustified. After all, most people…
Confronting Cambodia’s tragic past, Part 2: Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (or, S-21)
I woke that morning with an upset stomach. Nothing was really wrong, but my body was clearly dreading the day ahead. We rose early to prepare for a very somber day; a day which would be completely devoted to confronting…
Confronting Cambodia’s tragic past, Part 1: A brief history of the Khmer Rouge
Cambodia. A land famous for its ancient stone temples nestled amidst lush jungle landscapes. The home of Angkor Wat, one of the most famous structures in all the world. But there is a darker, more sinister side to this ancient…
Are you living a story worth re-telling?
Did I ever tell you about that one time in Egypt … ? What’s that? You’ve heard that one already? Well did I tell you about the time in Peru when we rode on reed boats and spent the night…
8 ways to spend a week in Denmark
Denmark is one of the most pleasant places to visit in Europe. Aside from the landmarks, the weather, and the culture, what you’ll love about this country are its people. Last year, Denmark was hailed as the happiest country in…
My favorite images from my trip to Myanmar
I usually find that, if asked, I can ramble on and on about each of my trips for days on end. But for some reason, with Myanmar it’s different. My experience there is difficult to put into words. If you’ve been following…