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.
I have time for me, she says. I have time for my work, and I have time for my massage. Genie s children are grown, but other mothers in the group say having young children has its pluses and minuses. It s frustrating that their children cannot go to a local park or even out on the street, says Madigan. She recalls going out to Hun Sen park with her eldest child, then about one year old, in a stroller soon after they arrived.