Ghana, at last…

Not much time left on the computer, so sorry for the random ramblings…

After a 10+ hour flight to Amsterdam, a 3 hour layover at what was 2am California time, and another 6 hour flight (filled with noisy children, though I was unconscious through most of the flight), we finally made it to Ghana! We passed through customs, and emerged into a balmy, tropical night and were greeted by Shirley’s cheerful sister Sharon, her quiet brother Steven, and warm parents, Sam and Harriet.

We stayed the night at Shirley’s large home, and her mom made us chicken (tasted like Korean bbq chicken) and fried rice. We’ve been drinking lots of bottled water, tea, and juice, and have been well-taken care of. Shirley’s family’s home is sprawling one-story home, with several bathrooms and lots of sitting rooms. They have their own kitchen director, driver, and security guards…you can live extremely well here if you have some money…

Walking around, we see everyone carries everything on their body: babies ride piggy back style with clothes wrapped around their and their mothers’ waists, and practically anything can be found in a basket on top of someone’s head. There are palm trees everywhere, the air is warm, the dirt is reddish gold and there are people out walking around all the time. I will write more later, as I don’t have much time left, but send me an email if you’re reading along!

Love, from Africa =)
Mille