Visit to Cape Coast Castle and Elmina Castle
Hello Readers, Since I have been abroad in Ghana for a couple weeks a lot has happened. I have spoken…
The Hitchhiker’s Guide to Ghana
I’ve been putting off my blog posts until something spectacular happened. Finally, the day has come and it’s time to…
First Day Blues
Let me take a moment to congratulate all those affected by the Supreme Court rulings in support of same-sex marriages….
Surely Learning
Even though my summer will be spent working at two internships, I have been learning a thing or two. Thank…
The Happiness is Palpable
One truly spectacular aspect of Ghana, among the countless others, is the palpable air of collectivism. By this I mean…
Ghana Day 4
Well, it was bound to happen. After a long day of visiting botanical gardens, walking around colorful markets, and playing…
That One Time I Almost Bribed a Ghanaian Immigration Officer
Going through immigration in Ghana was the first time I considered bribery. After a short kerfuffle over my visa, which…
One Year Later
I’ve always loved to fly. I think your problems seem much less consuming when you’re that high above them all….
My Time in Ghana: A Summation (And Laptop Problems)
Preface: This entry is being posted a month after my return from Ghana. I hand wrote this entry while still…
Ghana—Was it all just a Dream?
I have been home for well over a month now, and this is the first time I have been afforded time…
Jesus Feeds the 5,000
Church was near the very top of my bucket list for Ghana, so when Megan’s boss invited her to a…
Understanding Difference
Although Elmina and Cape Coast are beautiful towns, they are plagued by a tragic history. On Saturday, we learned some…
Fu-Fu Fun
My first experience with fu-fu, the Ghanaian national dish, was very interesting. Fu-fu is smashed plantains and cassava mixed together…
Eye Opening Experiences
I’ve tried writing this post multiple times, yet I haven’t been able to get the words out to explain the…