The Last Bath

We began our day at the New Life International school and orphanage. Some kids live here and others just come to school here. School attendance is compulsory until age 18 but we have seen so many kids along the beach and in the streets. One of the street children, about 10 or 11, told usContinue reading “The Last Bath”

A day of worship – Part 1

We began our day with a breakfast buffet with an omelette station. Delicious. It was a great way to start the day. We can’t eat anything raw, but there was this delicious purple juice that had some ginger and other tasty things in it. I think I could make that my entire breakfast. Off weContinue reading “A day of worship – Part 1”

Arrival in Ghana

First of all, no selfies today. I look like death warmed over and I haven’t brushed my teeth since yesterday. Rule #1 for international travel. Carry a toothbrush and toothpaste in your carry-on. Rule #2, unless you are confident about your destination’s bathroom facilities, carry toilet tissue in your backpack. Now back to Ghana. IContinue reading “Arrival in Ghana”

Respect. Turn OFF your PHONE!

Where do I even begin? It is bad enough that people check their phones in church, and yes, I admit I’m guilty. But that’s between me and God and between you and God. But the THEATRE????? During a performance???? Here are three reasons to turn off your phone before any theatre performance. People have paidContinue reading “Respect. Turn OFF your PHONE!”