Toward Justice
It’s hard to talk about touring the slave castles along Ghana’s coast without resorting to clichés. The unspeakable horror of these…
The Beginning
Through research I was unable to prepare for what I was intended to encounter at the Cape Coast Castle, and…
Horrific History
We learn about history in school, but we don’t truly understand the past until we experience something that gives us…
Visiting the Slave Castles
When I was little my parents rented Roots, a mini-series from the 1970’s about American slavery. At first I did…
I Never Want to be Famous, and Other Ghana Stories
Having completed my first week (and a few days), I have so much to reflect on. If you look at…
Looking Slavery in the Eye
It has taken me a while to write about the castles we toured while in Cape Coast. I needed time…
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…
Understanding Difference
Although Elmina and Cape Coast are beautiful towns, they are plagued by a tragic history. On Saturday, we learned some…
Cape Coast Weekend: Better Late Than Never, Right?
After living in Ghana for six weeks I have really adapted to some parts of the lifestyle. My blog posts…