Being at the Right Place and the Right Time When visiting old friends at Aine Savanh Village, the unit head’s wife was carrying her five year-old son Baeng on her back. One of Baeng’s leg was incredibly blistered. Only a
January 2001 Discovering Lao Children
It was my fourth day in Luang Prabang in January 2001 (and my second week in Southeast Asia). I had a very good feel for the town, listening to the faint sounds of the roosters crowing, dogs barking, temple
Ellis Island, New York, New York, USA
When entering this majestic building, you are reminded that families left their homes, families, friends and homelands to start a new life in the United States. The building is cavernous with tourists visiting the island and its wonderful exhibits today.
Greetings from Dori
Greetings from Dori. My life has been full of adventures, challenges, experiences and perspectives. I’ve been told by many that I should write a book about them. While the events themselves are interesting, I think what is worth writing about
Tears for Laos
Tears for Laos was made by Dori and Barbara Shimoda from Give Children A Choice (givechildrenachoice.org) for the Deputy Ambassador of Laos. The video premiered in New Orleans at two universities and a high school; it is a subject that
For The Love of Lao Children
This is the amazing story of how and why Give Children A Choice got started. It serves to remind us that even impoverished children are precious and need someone who cares if they get to go to school or not.