Fun times in Ghana

So, I am getting ready to write papers on two more libraries, the Institute of Professional Status and the Balme Library at the University of Ghana-- but first I would like to have a blog entry just about Beth and Fun in Ghana

Off the top of my head, some of the best times so far (in no particular order):


Breakfast / Dinner prepared by Joanna. She makes chocolate chip banana bread and oatmeal cookies. Now my family knows that these are two of my most favorite things in the world. The question is, how did Joanna know?

The lizard at Bridge House Hotel.


The bats in the Fort at Elmina.



The fishing boats at Elmina and Cape Coast.


Eric, the tour guide at Cape Coast Castle.


Flirting with farmers from Bristol.



Finding a coffee shop at Max Mart and getting jangled off two cups of coffee. Eating a Cadbury chocolate bar.


Deborah Cowley's (dedicated OCLF volunteer) fabulous book shelf at the Guest House (Coetzee, The Camel Bookmobile, Garcia Marquez and many African authors).


Having two dresses custom made for me by Mr. Charles, Joanna's tailor.


Going to church with Joanna.


The reception at the U.S. Ambassador's home, sponsored by NAWA.


Getting email and Facebook messages from family and friends.


The tro-tro ride back and forth from Nungua.

The big rainstorm at the Nungua Library and helping Abigail to rush and close the windows.


Teaching the adult literacy classes.


Getting to know the OCLF staff, volunteers, and children.


Venturing off by myself into the streets of Ghana.