APAD 083: The last day of the King-Father’s funeral
The Royal Palace.
This photo was taken very early this morning, 6am-ish, from the Chroy Changvar peninsula.
The mourners, coming from near and far, are gathered in front of the Palace, wearing black and white. They’re all going to be queueing at the Royal Cremation Pavillion to pay their last respects to the King-Father Norodom Sihanouk. A sombre mood prevails. As there was not a sign of wind, yet the funeral music that is playing is carried over across the river.
As final touches are being made, it is going to be an elaborate cremation ceremony later tonight.
Here’s a short vid clip where you can listen to the funeral music.
Read MoreAPAD 078: Cushion
I found a photo of my cushions the other day. I took this two years ago when it was just a few days old to keep as reference the next time I buy some stuff for the living room.
It wasn’t my first choice of colour because I thought that they’d get dirty easily. But the colour complemented the curtains in our living room. In fact, it improved the look, giving it a cheery vibe.
Read MoreAPAD 073: Ambulant sellers
They are your friendly basket-sellers. I took this photo while we were driving to Kep one weekend. They are a common sight in the countryside but don’t be surprised to see them in the city, too. Ambulant sellers like them are still plying their trade in this manner despite the emergence of new markets and air-conditioned malls.
These baskets made from indigenous materials found in their villages are most likely made by the village women and sold to other places.
Read MoreAPAD 069: Wall art
This is what became of our garage wall after my husband’s English Club students painted it as the background of their play.
This fireplace is the central setting for the play, The Monkey’s Paw, a classic short (horror) story by W.W. Jacobs. The Monkey’s Paw is a supernatural tale of a family who discovers the hidden realities of wish fulfillment (Source). The quote “Be careful what you wish for” comes to my mind after reading this story.
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