Scarred in Cameroon
Our oldest son, Bryson, finished his two-year church mission in Cameroon on March 17. I (Phil) had the chance to visit him for a couple days before rejoining the rest of the family in Israel. It was an unforgettable few days full of surprises, new friendships, and...
Visiting Thailand
Throughout our stay in Thailand, we got to experience culture, faiths, spicy foods, humidity, & a deep connection with both people & animals. When we first arrived, we didn’t expect the cars and roads to be reversed. The kids enjoyed watching dad sit in...
Progress vs. Simplicity
Worldschooling has caused me to rethink the systems I once took for granted. As we travel, we see how different cultures approach everyday life. In Italy, I wrote about my new perspective on The Oppression of Things. Now as we leave Cambodia and enter Thailand, I have...
Historic Explorations
One of our favorite parts about World traveling is the opportunity to explore historical sites and call it “school”. We probably wish our kids were as excited about this great opportunity as we are, but for now, we’re banking on the idea that one day...
Cambodian Legacy
Many may not know the history of the Cambodian people. It certainly wasn’t covered when I was in grade school. I often wonder why everyone knows of the Holocaust, but so few know of the Genocide committed by the Khmer Rouge. Please bear with me for a little...
A Humbling Perspective
Living in Cambodia has been a humbling experience for our family, in more ways than one. Seeing the Khmer lifestyle firsthand has help me to understand a depth of God’s love that I admit I hadn’t allowed myself to see or be open to. I have claimed that I...
Let’s Talk Food
Living in Cambodia has opened our eyes (and taste buds) to unique flavors and dishes. The local market is filled with tables displaying meats (cut or whole chicken, pig, & fish), turtles, oysters, insects (a local delicacy), fresh eggs, vegetables, and a variety...
Close Encounters
One of the places we’ve taken our kids to is the Rehabilitation Zoo. All the animals here are being cared for by the locals and the best part, the visitors get the opportunity for more up close and personal encounters with the animals. The kids fed peanuts to...