……..that’s what we had for supper as part of a Khmer barbeque that also included pork, chicken, beef and squid.    It was delicious as everyone was getting a little tired of rice, rice, rice…..and all that went with it so we branched out and glad we did.

Today was a day of ‘no plans’ and we all kind of slept in a little and then met for coffee and a late breakfast. We walked and basically window-shopped all about town for a couple of hours and by then Jim had enough and decided to go rent a bike to travel  on his own along the river.  Not for the faint of heart I might add, so Marilyn and I decided to continue walking because by now we’re experts at crossing the street on our own two legs………..on a bike was a whole new skill we weren’t ready to tackle.  So we decided to scout out a restaurant for supper that might add a little something different and that’s how we came across the Khmer Barbeque.

Jim was off for a couple of hours and when he returned he was soaking wet from the physical exertion as well as the heat and all he said was that he was glad he did not rent a bike in Vietnam because he would be dead!  Cambodia is much more civilized and manageable, but still a challenge when you’re not sure of the rules of the road, if there are any.  The people here seem to be happy for the most part and in this particular area, Siem Reap, they are quite forgiving of tourists.  In fact they mock you a little, but not in a nasty way at all, and you find yourself laughing with them at yourself.  They have a good sense of humor and if they are able to laugh after all they have been through, then why not laugh with them.  

We’re switching things up again tomorrow as we’re on the move so Madonna, the blogger, may be quiet for a few days……….but once we get settled I’ll be in touch……….and may even get Jim, and/or Marilyn, to put their fingers to work.  Take care!