The Light We Give.

Tuesday, January 8, 2008

The trip was definitely an eye opener and a very rewarding one. The many enriching experiences that are never insipid have made me more exposed to the world and i’m sure i have gained a lot from it.

I had a chance of trying and experiencing new things that I may never have a chance to in Singapore. Such as Construction (cementing the well and floor) and even teaching. We even decided to improvise and use the human chain to transport cement. Teaching the children, especially young ones, were never easy too. Communication barrier was one factor and the short attention span of the children was another. However, the children were fast learners and were quite coorporative.

Seeing the children in Cambodia made me realise how much I take things for granted in Singapore. For example, drinking water. There was never a time I saw the children of Kravan school having a water bottle or even drinking water. And the sight of them begging and pointing to our bottles is indeed a heart wrenching one. And seeing their happy faces on receiving something small and insignificant, for example a piece of colour paper, makes me feel guilty that I still have many wants in Singapore.

I believe we brought fun and happiness to the children there and they appreciate it too. They gave me many things such as drawings, bangles and flowers each day. It really showed the impact we had on them. =)

The many new friendships made were wonderful. They made the trip more fun for me with their jokes and laughter. Oh ya. Shopping was really fun. I had a go at my haggling skills =)

This trip was never somber and definitely worth it! Three cheers.

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