one thing I love about Cambodia is the curiosity and warmth of so many people. many young people especially are not afraid to be friendly and practice their English, or just to talk to a white girl... or because they are curious or surprised that I can say even a few words in their language.
tonight I went to a shop I had never been to so I could buy phone credit. two young women were leaving as I was arriving, and overheard me talking to the seller. as I was leaving, they were waiting outside for me. "oh, sister! your khmer is so clear. how long have you been here?" and on and on she went... we chatted for a few minutes about work, school, and where she was off to tonight.
"do you have a phone?" she asked. I laughed as she asked for my phone number. we have never met. and honestly, this happens all the time! sometimes I reveal my number, sometimes not. only some of the time do I get calls back, or cute texts in hard to understand English.
I can't help but smile; when else would you be asked for your phone number from a complete stranger? (or give it?!)
and I always laugh, thinking, 'if only I could find a boyfriend this easily...' ;)
4 comments:
It is crazy how many strangers will ask you for your phone number?!
bAHAHAHA, weLLLL you KNOW that if you & I went to a bar and got out on the dance floor you would have quite a few strangers asking for your number . . . you could get a boyfriend that way . . . it would be pretty easy :)
Love it! I was at on of the Guate girls' school activities this week and met one of her good friends. I would speak in Spanish (or at least try) and she would answer me in English! And yes, if only it were that easy to meet a GOOD man! xoxo
Gretchen, i love this! oh so funny, and so true...
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