Ghana was especially happy for my birthday! We were all pretty excited about the win. In general all Ghanaians support all the African teams. But since Ghana has been the only African team to pull off a win for their first match, I like to think I'm in the best country in Africa :) I'm sure there are some willing to debate me. We are told though that Ghana is the gateway to Africa.
I'm sure my family and friends all know by now through this blog and my emails that I'm having a great experience. It was a little strange turning 25 here, only because this is the first time I haven't had my family near to celebrate. However, my Ghana family has taken GREAT care of me! Katie, my roommate, bought me a hamburger and fries (yes they have those! but the taste is a littttlllee different). And then she got us a block of cheese (strange request, I know, but it's rare here) and a Snickers!!! I was a very happy girl. Our taste buds immediately flared up. It's weird how much our bodies miss American food. We also watched an episode of It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia just to make me feel more at home. At work on Monday, Dr. Deganus surprised me with a gift. This woman, honestly I could go on and on about how grateful I am to her. She bought me this beautiful fabric with my colors (purple, blue and green). She's taking me to the tailor on Friday to make an African dress for me. How cool is that?!? I am a lucky lucky girl.
We've been pretty busy this last week. We're sort of taking a break from being in the rounds and getting our research in gear. Tomorrow we'll start interviews with translators. It's nice to be doing the public health end of things now. There's not much to update on, but we'll be traveling to Cape Coast this weekend to see the slave castles and take a canopy tour. So look for pics after the weekend!
Well, it's hard to believe my journey here is half over. We've been here for six weeks, and things are actually starting to feel normal here. I know my heart will miss this place. What a great way to bring in a new quarter century.
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Sounds like a great birthday experience. Can't wait to see your dress. The girls here got some made and they're beautiful. Glad you are having a good time!
ReplyDeleteHmmm way to come to Cape Coast when I'm not there. :-P As for the dress- so fun! I have had one dress made and I bought fabric for 3 more (splurging much?) including a lovely maize and blue one for football games (i'm ridiculous). Happy (belated) Birthday! Hope the Mole trip works out :)
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