She even has cream cheese, a much sought-after commodity that makes irregular appearances at Phnom Penh s Western supermarkets. The housewife and mother of two young children, she has been living in Cambodia for two years. She has more than a decade of experience in public relations. On a recent morning, she had a half dozen friends over to discuss women s lives in Phnom Penh. Several of the women have very young children.
Life is generally good, they agree.
There are many opportunities to work on projects, explore new skills through short classes either through WIG or at the International School of Phnom Penh or through each other. They have a lot more time on their hands. Arranging child care is easier. But although, yes, they can get their nails done cheaply, there is a minor undercurrent of frustration that only takes a little digging to get to. Nothing is convenient but it s so interesting.