June 9 – I meant to be more prolific with my posting but got carried away with my every day life in Phnom Penh. Today I was invited for a going away after work picnic in front of the Presidential Palace. I skipped the last going away gathering so I didn’t want to do that again.
It was a lovely picnic hosted by Dani, a young Scottish intern who is heading home for a bit. We had roast chicken, grilled fish, rice (of course) and finished with some crickets. I already had one cricket in Siem Reap – post of that visit coming – but these were more delectable. The garlic and chili seasoning made the crispy critters quite nummy. The only downside to cricket snacks is that the little legs tend to lodge between my teeth! But that won’t deter me.
The fruit was brought in to my office this afternoon and was so lovely I had to show you.
I can’t believe I go home in 3 weeks! Time has just flown by. This country continues to charm me and I will be so sad to leave it and my Cambodian friends.
A Travelling Accountant 