August 2011 archives

In Denial

The title pretty much says it all. I am in complete denial that I am leaving Ghana, a place that I feel like I’ve only just started getting to know, but am in love with. Six weeks ago, when I was packing up and preparing to leave home, I couldn’t believe I was finally leaving [...]

A Farewell Post

Well, this trip has finally come to an end. After an amazing overnight excursion to the eastern coast of Ghana, I’m back at our house in Accra counting down my final hours in Africa. With all but Elise, Caroline, and me still at the coast, back in the US or on to other travels, our [...]

Just Like Mom

“ You’re lovely,” she whispered to me. “ But you don’t eat enough.” Akos, the receptionist at Apex Advertising Agency, was taking care of me from the minute I walked through the doors. Despite the plethora of tasks that seemed to pile on her desk each day, Akos knew what I’d eaten for breakfast, lunch, [...]

P-Funk Redux

An Obroni’s View of Parliament PeaceFM Online

Volta Region

Mole National Park