All posts of Julieta Fumberg

As I reflect on my first week in Cambodia and even my time since I left New Zealand, a common thread of thought has been woven through each day, where is my peaceful oasis? I have grown an even deeper appreciation for the land of New Zealand; the luscious bush country, the clean air, and […]

My heart completely opened today. I jumped back in with the 2 year olds to give them some consistency and also to step up to what I was feeling like a challenge. Today improved from yesterday as I implemented what I like to call “creative expansion time.” At least that is what I called in […]

Today began the volunteer work in Cambodia. It was an eye opening day and one that had me feeling many emotions. Here’s some background before I go any further…. Volunteer Placement: Joy Day Care, Phenom Penh, Cambodia Children: Ages 2-7 Description: 30-40 Children from 2 dumps (landfills) just outside the city of Phenom Penh who […]

Our first day in Cambodia started with embracing a moon cake for breakfast as a celebration for the Moon Festival, a day adopted from the Chinese once a year to honor the full moon. We furthered the celebration in the evening with more offerings and lighting special ornaments. Somehow on my first morning I found […]

A common question about this transition is “what next?” I was recently told a good quote from my husband as he read the book Quantum Warrior. The author discusses his 2-3 year sabbatical to contemplate his career and how he had no other plans but to listen because in taking time to listen we find […]

Back in the saddle again of traveling…. My first day brought many realizations, such as I no longer live in NZ, I no longer have a home, and that my life will not have it’s usual daily schedule of “to-do’s.” This sent me in some what of a spin I must say. I am one […]