Pictures of Phnom Penh traffic



This is just a sampling of the traffic. Lots of motorscooters andbike. This is just one side of the road. As you can see, there are cars and motorbikes going both directions in the same place.

They aren't aggressive, but they are 'fluid'. They don't really stop; they just keep moving around whatever.

Rebekah and I did splurge Saturday and went to the beauty shop and got our hair washed and dried. It was about a 20-30 minute experience that involved a lot of head and neck massaging. It was great. Our splurge...$1 each. Pretty sweet, huh?? When you come, ladies, we'll make a point to go!

Right now, we are having a beautiful rain! Outside, above my washing machine, there is a tin awning, so the rain sounds fantastic! You'll have to come and experience it with us.

Today we start at the University with reading/writing language school. So far, we have had a month of conversational khmer. Nothing like going back to kindergarten and learning the alphabet again! We are so enjoying everyday that God allows us to work here. Pray for us that we will be the servants that He wants us to be.

Much love, Ronda

Comments

Lynnda said…
So, do you guys have motor bikes, yet? Perhaps we could do an extra offering or something... :)
October 3, 2007 at 3:49 AM
Wendy & Nathan said…
Despite current circumstances for us, we are still so excited for you and your new experiences! It is nice to have this blog to help us live vicariously through you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you daily!!
October 3, 2007 at 8:44 PM
Barrett (youth minister) said…
Hi Rich and Ronda and Rebekah,
I have enjoyed reading about your new life there. Things around here in Ft. G. are still doing just fine. I am proud of you guys for taking such a leap (or at least it would be a major leap for me!). If I ever get rid of my Kawasaki 750, I would consider Fed-Exing it to you, but it sounds like you would probably grow too old to ride it by the time it would reach you. :) Take Care, Barrett
October 4, 2007 at 1:00 PM
Glen and Winnie said…
Hi Dolans! Love your blog! Keep up the good work. Praying today for you and all your students. Fun to meet them via internet! Rebekah, is there a piano around anywhere? I'll bet you could be a "star"! Music is the universal language. God bless you and keep you safe in His wonderful arms. Love, Glen and Winnie
November 2, 2007 at 1:26 AM
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