I think many life stories in Cambodia are more tragic and outrageous than fictional movies. I think because we are in such an isolated area and because the residents of this village are mostly uneducated, it's a perfect storm for life's problems.
The casino causes so much social decay, I wish it didn't exist, but it's usually the Prime Minister's cronies that own and operate these things. Ultimately though the responsibility lies with the individual and a lack of self-control, and I think that is what this village needs more than anything, just a little self-control.
Thank you for the comments brother, I pray and hope Mey-Yii has a bright future.