Kathmandu, Nov. 3 -- This is the 73rd episode of Diaspora Diaries, a Nepali Times series in collaboration with Migration Lab providing a platform to share experiences of living, working and studying abroad.

Excerpts from conversations with Malaysian-based workers from Jajarkot, hired under a responsible recruitment drive 18 months ago. Some of the candidates were previously interviewed last November 3.

Jeevan Shahi

As the eldest son, I support 10 family members: my wife and two sons, my parents during illness and festivals, my brother's family while he prepares for the civil service exam, and my sister who is a student.

If one person living abroad helps 10 family members, I am content to be a migrant worker overseas. My sons are now ...