After 2 flights, 4 passes through immigration and 13 hours we have made it to Cambodia. At about 11am Sydney time this morning we touched down at Siem Reap and was immediately struck by how beautiful and lush this place is and how thick the air was with humidity. We have spent the day recovering from our journey and making some new Cambodian friends at the Guesthouse we are staying and taking our first ride in a tuk tuk. For the next few days we are going to spend some time looking at the famous temple complex of Angkor Wat.

Thanks to all of those who saw us off at the airport, to those who sent us their good wishes and to those who prayed for us. Our journey here was quite stressful and tiring but God has kept us safe and we are looking forward to the adventure that lies ahead.

I was just sent a link about a new species of bird that was found in 2009. The Cambodian Tailorbird is native to the capital Phnom Penh. Unfortunately it is considered endangered due to expansion of the city it calls home. Will keep an eye out for one while we are there.

It’s 2 weeks until we leave for Cambodia. But what to pack? We’re going to the tropics in in the wet season so … raincoats? Check! There’ll be lot’s mozzies carrying malaria and dengue fever so … mozzie nets? Check! A reminder that God is in control of all things so … our bibles and prayer? Check! Is there something we have forgotten?

On Sunday July 14 we’ll be departing Sydney for Cambodia. We’re flying to Siem Reap via Kuala Lumpur and will stay there for a week before going to Phnom Pehn to start our missionary assignment.