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Published: November 15th 2007
(Note: It's Thursday evening, almost 10 p.m. I started this blog yesterday, after we arrived in Cambodia mid-afternoon. You are probably wondering where I've been.........well, let me tell you........as there is no internet service in the rooms, I have been sitting in the lounge and/or in the business center of the hotel, plugged in to their network, writing the blog ......that part was easy.......but getting the pictures uploaded has been THE most frustrating part of the whole thing. People have come and gone, and here I still sit.........but I'm calling it quits for now because it's my bedtime and I'm just too frustrated with this whole set-up. I'll feel better in the morning.......and then you will get the whole account of our most exciting day today!!!!! Stay tuned.........)
Today's Quote
When a person doesn't have gratitude, something is missing in his or her humanity. A person can almost be defined by his or her attitude toward gratitude.
-Elie Wiesel
Wednesday, Nov. 14th
Greetings from Cambodia! After a decent breakfast, we were back on the bus, headed to the airport…….traffic was the major concern which you can appreciate after seeing the pictures of the traffic. We
BBQ anyone?
The day before, we saw this pig on a truck. Guess it was a short ride!departed from the new airport (opened September 2007); very smooth process and we’re on board, on our way……40 minute flight. Just long enough to kick back 2 glasses of champagne……..and sing Happy Birthday to Dawn Williams!
On the ground, out the door and smack into the very humid air in Siem Riep! Into the terminal, out of the terminal (very quick process) and greeted by lovely ladies who gave us scarves (in 34 degree weather!!!!!!) as we boarded our respective buses. And then…….yup……..time to eat! Again!!!! Good thing, because we’re starving! Hard to survive on champagne alone. Lunch was a buffet; fabulous and tasty too. Back on the bus and on our way to The Angkor Century Hotel (www.angkorcentury.com) Check in went extremely smoothly……….I LOVE MY ROOM!!!!!!! (with white chocolate, lotus blossoms on my bed, a patio overlooking the amazing pool, etc. etc., and a fruit plate …..in case I get hungry again. Brief time in the room, and then back on the bus! Headed to Phom Temple and Angkor Wat. This is one of the Wonders of the World, and a highlight of the tour for some of our passengers. Very exciting. (and VERY HOT…….and HUMID……..)
It was
an enjoyable visit with lots to see. Lots of climbing, lots of photo opportunities and lots of sweat~! It was an interesting experience for most people because we were “ambushed” by all these little kids, everywhere, selling all kinds “stuff”……..for “one dolla”. They were pretty cute, but rather aggressive, insistent and a bit frightening…..yet sad for some.
Back on the bus (it’s a nice bus), and back to the hotel. We had a bit of time to get refreshed and ready for dinner, which was in the hotel tonight. This is a great facility with something for everyone…….a great pool, a workout facility, a gift shop, etc. etc.
The challenge for me is that there is no internet connection in the rooms. I typically write the blog at the end of the day, when I get into my “PJs”, make some green tea and start writing. That wouldn’t look so great tonight as I have to do this while sitting in the lounge (with great music playing). The bonus tonight is that I’ve enjoyed some wine with my fellow group leaders (Carroll, Faye and Brenda) and Faye and Carroll are helping me write the blog tonight. It’s fun!
So there
you go. Sit back and enjoy. Tomorrow is a full and fun day!
Happy, Happy 60th birthday to my sister, Maureen, on Nov. 15th!
(Good night, Mom. I love you!)
Happy Pat (and Carroll and Faye)
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Pat: Thanks for your daily current events updates and pictures of the area, travelers and of course the many "mouth watering" food choices of each country. Dawn looks great celebrating her "29"th and Keith, what a lovely "bunch of coconuts". Hello to Jan and Keith, Dawn and John, the R's and The B's..........with envy from the Z's