So much to report. This is my first African internet experience so as I type away in this internet cafe I'll slowly reflect on what's gone down so far. The plane ride was whatever, slow as expected but as soon as I got off that plane I just felt the humidity. So far it hasn't been too hot but I've been sweating my ass off as expected. Our house is enormous. It's like something a South American political figure would reside in. Barbed wire throughout our wall, our own personal security guard 24/7, 5 beds, 3 bath....we call it the compound. The roommate situation is well so far, I'm sure some conflict will soon ensue naturally but for now it's 3 people to a room, nice and stuffy.
We had our first day of school today at the University of Ghana where we had 3 lectures about advertising,media, and the best was the investigative journalist. He was like the Ghanaian Chris Hansen from NBC, he wore a mask and everything so people wouldn't recognize him, pretty official.
I got a phone today and 200 minutes for 45 cedi which is about 20$ U.S. Its cool here, I mean obviously a lot different and a lot poorer, we definitely live in the HOOD but I like it, you really get a feel for it. People don't have shit here and seem to be happy. I'll find out more in the near future, till next time.....
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Ah! Hi! I tried to catch you on Friday before you left, but I was too late :( I hope you're having an amaaazing time.. I'm sure this will be an amazing experience for you, but know that you are definitely missed back here in the states! Tell Dave and Ashlea I say hi.. Miss you! Be safe & stay healthy.
ReplyDeleteOK - where is the last 2 days of bloggin? I love reading about your experience. How we communicate is so different now. Enjoy every second and will check back later. Love ya T
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