“People without knowledge of their past, history or culture is a like a tree without roots.”
-Irish Quote
សួស្តី! Hello!
I’m Sothy. សុធី។
Welcome! As the first generation Khmer Krom living abroad, it can be mighty confusing to figure out who you are or why you are here. This site was created for two reasons. Firstly, to help you explore your culture, identity and ultimately help you find your place in the world just like what I am doing right now. Secondly, to help advocate for the voices of the Khmer Krom people, who like the cherteal tree, stands unrecognized as the Indigenous Peoples of the Mekong Delta and its surrounding region.
Whatever reason brings you here, know that you will learn, find inspiration, belonging and be unstoppable in helping to make the world a better place.
LATEST POSTS
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Something About the Ocean
Have you ever found yourself alone at a jetty on a cold winter afternoon? I did and it not only warmed my heart but healed my soul.
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Celebrating Australia and Khmer Krom
It was Thursday evening in Adelaide and the Khmer Krom community were preparing to walk in the Respecting Country Parade across the Riverbank Precinct Bridge to Elder Park to celebrate Australia Day. An annual celebration similar to America’s Independence Day, Australia Day marks the 1788 landing of the First Fleet and the raising the Union
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A Drive of Terror Down Under
It was a cold morning in Adelaide early July and we were preparing for a big day out. The plan was a trip up to Mount Lofty to check out the views of Adelaide, followed by a visit to Cleveland National Park and then a leisurely walk around Mt Lofty Botanic Gardens. An itinerary that
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The Rock Inside of You
A rock, you ask? Yes. A rock. In fact, you and I are like the rocks at Hallet Cove beach. Do you have days when you feel like you are just trying to keep afloat in this vast ocean of life? Some days may be calm, clear and beautiful. Other days may be dark and
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Will you be my Valentine? How a random act turned into an act kindness for a stranger.
Valentine’s Day is more than just a day of love, it is a day of kindness. Here is a story of how I met a stranger and was asked the Valentine question.
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A Letter of Thanks & Appreciation For Supporting Cherteal.com
As 2022 comes to an end, I am thankful for each and every one who followed liked, or shared a post from Cherteal.com. You are the reason Cherteal continues to exist today. As you may know, Cherteal was created two years ago to bring my love of writing, community, and Khmer Krom together. Each article
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