Sophea Mao’s Story

Photographed above is Sophea and a relative at Angkor Wat. Sophea is enrolled in ESL classes at Tacoma Community House.

Sophea’s Family in Battambang at a Banana Farm.

Where were you born?

I was born in Cambodia.

Who did you come with to the U.S.?

I came here with my husband. My family is still in Cambodia.

Do you have a favorite family holiday?

My favorite holiday is Thanksgiving. All of my husband’s family get together and we eat!