APAD 029: A naga like no other
A giant seven-headed naga, a mythical creature, stands at the foot of the hill where Wat Phnom is located. It is made of rattan which grows in many parts of Cambodia.
The seven-headed naga is now the new centrepiece at Wat Phnom. It is located right in front of the giant clock.
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APAD 027: Yellow bitter gourd flower
Nice to be back blogging again. I was away due to flu – the second time I was down with it this year. Oh, the misery. Thank goodness it didn’t last long and I could go back to my regular routine, including updating this blog.
I went out to our veranda this morning and was surprised to see that my lone ampalaya (bitter gourd or bitter melon) vine is now bearing flowers!
Soon, these flowers will become bitter gourds. Hopefully, they don’t wither and fall off just like the first ones.
Bitter gourds are popular in most Southeast Asian countries, China, Taiwan and India. As the name suggests, it is bitter. Very bitter and has an acquired taste. When I was younger, I wasn’t a fan and I avoided it like a plague! Fast forward to present time. I’ve grown accustomed to the bitter taste. Once cooked properly, they can be very tasty. It is packed with lots of vitamins, too, including a component that acts as insulin to help reduce blood sugar levels.
To those who haven’t seen one, this is a bitter gourd:
Source: Google Image
APAD 026: Offerings for the King-Father
Flowers, candles, and prayers for the King-Father. Cambodians light candles and incense sticks and offer prayers and flowers outside of the Royal Palace.
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APAD 025: Rest in peace, King-Father.
It is a sad, sad time for the Cambodian people and for the country that I call home for more than a decade now.
The Royal Carriage carrying the body of His Majesty the King-Father Norodom Sihanouk during the funeral procession last week.
The King-Father’s body lies in state at the Royal Palace. A State Funeral is said to be held after three months.
Tens of thousands flock to the Royal Palace grounds every night and day to pay their respects to His Majesty. They light incense sticks and candles and offer their prayers for his journey to the next life. The sheer number alone will tell you how much the King-Father is loved and respected by the Cambodians, young and old alike.
Here is an article on the life and times of the King-Father Norodom Sihanouk. Please click the highlighted link.
Another one from The Cambodia Daily.
APAD 024: Dengue mozzie
I think I may have taken a photo of the deadly dengue mosquito, aka, Aedes aegypti. What do you think?
Something yellow is reflected on the can.
I believe it is so! The tell-tale sign is there – the prominent black and white strips on the legs and body! As it was glued to the yellow can of condensed milk, I had no trouble exterminating it with a piece of cloth. To prevent the spread of dengue this monsoon season, it is advised that everyone clean their homes, dispose of their garbage properly, make sure nothing in your house or yard holds water (keep everything dry). Use an effective disinfectant, if necessary. I also looked at available mosquito net (can’t go wrong with this) and spray repellents and I found a lot, some are safe for kids, too. There’s also this cool mosquito repellant that you wear outdoors. Cool bracelet, eh?
According to this online news, there are 34,483 reported dengue fever cases, 146 children killed in 9 months (Jan-Sept 2012); a scary 147% increase in the number of reported deaths compared to 59 last year in the same period. For the complete story, please click the link of my source. Please take all the necessary precautions to avoid getting ill with dengue.
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