It's ironic that I grew up on a farm and yet I find myself stranded in an urban wasteland without land to cultivate during this time. Honestly though, with the nonstop flooding and soil made of nearly pure sand, we're quite happy to forage water-loving plants that we used to eat in Cambodia.

I think this problem can easily happen anywhere, it's just that Suriname is a tiny country with a tiny population, so things to happen and escalate faster here. What happened in Venezuela during the last 20 years could easily repeat itself here in the course of just three years, and it seems we are on that trajectory.

Even if Guyana is the same struggle, at least it'll be a new place we can see with fresh eyes. Besides, everyone says the Indian food is way better and more authentic here, so that carries a lot of sway. Definitely gonna send some vitamins and supplements on the next air freight package to make up for our lack of dietary diversity.

Bless up from Suriname my friend!