Life is full of changes and although I sometimes dream of the day when I can just sit back and relax, without my mind having to think about what step should be taken next, I know that as long as I am able, I will most likely continue making changes. Wat Opot is a reflection […]
The New Quiet Center of Wat Opot
We built a Gazebo from wood and grass a few years ago in the center of our compound. It soon became a favorite place for hanging out or napping on hot afternoons Last year some of the boys did some remodeling to make it a little more private. They did a nice job […]
Creative Learning Center – Puzzle
The International Book Center in Phnom Penh is a great multiple story book/stationary store. On the third floor they have many puzzles and games as well as shelf after shelf of puzzles and workbooks. The Creative Learning Center (CLC) acquired most of its educational supplies from this store. We have had a 1,000-piece puzzle for […]
HKUST Students Visit
We were very privileged again to have students, from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, spend a day with our children last week. We started with a hike up to the top of Chisol Mountain, where the view at this time of year is spectacular. After returning to campus, the group had […]
Aunt Winnie’s Place
My Aunt Winnie died back in 2008 and to my family’s surprise, she left $17,000.00 in her will for the Wat Opot Children’s Community. We used the money to finish building what was then our school building. Over the years our program has changed but the building has been in constant use from its beginning. […]