No Expectations

That was our motto before we set off to Banlung. Everyday, Desmond would remind us that we had no idea what was ahead of us and we should embrace it as it comes, accept it with no expectations as things would not be any arrangements. Almost all the talks that we had, we had this motto in them- No Expectations.

Now that we are back from Banlung, it's time we settle some unfinished business, such as the post-expedition presentations and the publishing of the books. ok.. The post-expedition presentation is some what done. probably one more to go- the national library which is still currently unsure. So, the books, and probably a continuation of this project. Is it because we want the fame and glory? Is it because we want to share the innocence that we have lost but still remain in the Cambodians? or is it because we want to create awareness about the importance of preserving culture?

The idea of having the book was kind of scraped off, due to the lack of funds. But now, there's an opportunity sitting right there waiting for us to grasp it! Are we grasping it or are we not? if we do, is it because we want to continue to live in this fairytale? is it because we enjoyed each other's company? is it because we want to return to Banlung for a vacation? or is it because we have a burning passion in us to preserve their culture?

If not, this opportunity may no longer be applicable. Furthermore, we won't know the outcome if we don't continue and we won't make any difference to anyone, not even ourselves. So many doubts that make the decision-making process more tedious. So many other considerations that make this situation seems so complicated. So many people invloved that slow things down.

I choose: take up this opportunity, go as we see wad's lay ahead of us, and be prepared for setbacks.

i guess great power comes with great responsibility- hello time management!