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My birthday

Today, September the 15th is my birthday. Today 27 years ago, I was born in Takeo near my small cottage. Today this year, I am in Denmark celebrating. I will only have a small meal with my wife and wish to get happiness in the whole life. I wish I could go to Khmer pagoda today.

But today is also the first day of Pchum Ben periord. I hope all of my family, friends and Cambodians go to pagoda and offer food to monks and pray for their ancestors. In return, they will get happiness! Happy Pchum Ben!
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