Memory, Resilience, and the Surfing Culture

This chapter interweaves historical reflections on the Khmer Rouge atrocities with personal narratives from the speaker's life journey. It explores themes of survival and resilience among Cambodians, particularly women, while also delving into the carefree yet tumultuous upbringing of the author in Malibu during the 1970s. The chapter highlights the connections between surf culture and the marijuana trade, illustrating the allure and complexities of a life shaped by both waves and personal history.