Monthly Archives: January 2011

Well everyone, we are home, and we are safe. It’s been a crazy couple of days, but other than a lot of coughing and stomach issues, we’re home in one piece. On the flight back, Katie and I decided to … Continue reading →

Today we hit the ground running. We were at the orphanage by 8:30 for the start of school. The kids did their assembly, and we hung out for about 30 minutes before meeting Jen in town. We planned to visit … Continue reading →

This morning was pretty great. Katie and I had planned to go to church with Abraham, and we were meeting at 7:45. So, we walk out of our room at 7:50 to find Abraham in his pajamas, sweeping. He still … Continue reading →

Today was pretty great. Jen headed out of town last night, so Katie and I were on our own today. We got to sleep in (read: lay in bed while a rooster is crowing starting at 5am), and then we … Continue reading →

So, we’ve just now returned from movie night with the kids, and we wanted to share a few pics…enjoy their sweet faces!

Sorry for the delay in posting, yesterday was insane. The day started with breakfast as usual, with the three girls who have been with us. Then, Jen and I had to visit a couple of schools, and Katie took the … Continue reading →

Well, the first round of the health class is complete. We had an awesome second day. The morning began with a very helpful video about how babies are made. It was an illustrated demonstration of everything, from beginning to end. … Continue reading →

Oh! That’s what the Ghanaians say when they are overwhelmed with emotion, in any situation. So I say, Oh! Today we began the health class at the orphanage. It went surprisingly well. At the beginning of the class, many of … Continue reading →

Well, friends, we are here. I apologize for the delay in a post. Apparently, one of the biggest celebrations in Ghana happens on January 2, and that means everything is closed for the days before and after. Why not New … Continue reading →