Landmines, Butterflies & Another Great Massage!

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February 10th 2013

Published: February 10th 2013

I though I'd start this blog by giving everyone an idea on what everyday life is like for us, here in Cambodia. We shop at the supermarkets, eat in Pub Street, buy the occasional item or article of clothing in the markets, and pay tuk tuk drivers to get us around. The main currency here is the USD. The Cambodian Riel is worthless with a value of 4000 to the dollar. We still have Riels in our w... Read Full Entry

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Deb Minic

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After months of research, the itinerary is set in stone and I am on the verge of departure for my second trip to India, this time with my sister Ginny. This isn't an organised tour, I have created our itinerary myself, visiting twelve fascinating destinations including Hampi, Mumbai, Jaipur, Orchha, and Khajuraho. We fly into Hyderabad in central Southern India and depart from Amritsar in the North. In between we'll have 35 days to enjoy all the colour and chaos India has to offer. We'll be sleeping on overnight trains, enjoying the luxury of travelling with private drivers for two section... full info

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A Roadside Stand

You can buy palm sugar sweets or a scarf here.

Making The Sweets

This lady was laying out the reed rings used to make the sweets. The hot palm sugar is poured into the rings and left to set.

Butterflies

Lots of different butterflies at the farm but they were difficult to photograph. They rarely stood still for long enough for the perfect shot...

Butterflies

Inside the Butterfly Farm

These gardens were under a netted dome. Plants that attract different species of butterflies were specially planted here.

Ginny Relaxing

Photo taken in the Butterfly Farm.

A Haystack

A Village House

Hats For Sale

You'll need one of these if you're planning on a visit to Cambodia.

Temple

We couldn't get any closer to this temple unfortunately. It is in the Angkor Wat complex and a ticket is needed to enter. We will visit Angkor Wat later when family is here.

Temple

Same temple, different angle.

Buddha Head

Another temple photo taken from he road. Once again, we need a ticket for entry.

It's Gonna Be Good!

Having a bite to eat whilst we decide what massage to have. A hard decision!

Lotus Flowers

These lotus flowers were on the waiting room table at The Moon Spa. All the petals have been folded back. We watched a woman doing this in The Old Market one day.

The Moon Spa

Entry to The Moon Spa.

Artisans At Work

These men are making metal boxes which are hand embossed in incredible detail. You can purchase one in the gift shop for as little as $15.

Handmade Buddha

Read the sign to see how much work goes into one of these statues.

Buddha Workshop

Lots of Buddhas, still in the making.

Silk Fabric Loom

A beautiful piece of silk fabric is being created on this loom.

Vibrant Silk Colours

This is some of the silk skeins hanging on the side of the loom.

17th February 2013

Jackie Elward and Jo Taylor
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Wow what a trip so far we love to read ur stories. Can't wait for the book . Trust all is going well for u. Jac and Jo

17th February 2013

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Deb Minic

Hello Jackie and Jo.
How lovely to hear from you both! I dive on and devour any emails or comments from home, love to receive them. Glad you're reading my blog, a lot of time and effort goes into them. We're doing okay. I'm losing weight slowly but still have problems with the heat and dust. I'm enjoying the cycling, even in the chaotic traffic, it can be a challenge some days. Looking forward to Petra's (my daughter) arrival in 3 weeks and another 4 family members at the beginning of April. Hope you are both doing well. Are you dancing on tables yet Jo? I'm low with a head old but hope to shake it soon. Off to school today...we'll paint some more of the mural this morning. We don't paint in the afternoon, the sun is on the wall and it's too damn hot! Lovely to hear from you....I think of Toowoomba, the clean air and clean streets. I'll appreciate my home by the time I get back. Love to you both......Deb

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