Well, here I am at 70! Not quite sure how I managed it, but I made it! Time for a bit of reflection And I’ve discovered a few things as well: So, as I enter my eighth decade, I’m packing my bags and setting off on new adventures. Forgive the…
Stone, Steel & Stories
Saturday morning. Friday started with a fascinating guided tour of the opera house. From self-cleaning tiles to sloping windows that allow non-reflective views all around the harbour, it really is a feat of architectural brilliance. The original design started in 1956, but it didn’t open until 1973 (officially opened by…
Hello from Sydney
It’s Friday morning here in Sydney, though time has become a bit of a blur since I left the UK on Monday – quite disorienting really, but it’s lovely to be outside in the warm sunshine. It’s all been a bit whistle-stop but here are a few photos to give…
Time for a New Adventure
It’s been a cold, wet and gloomy start to 2025 in many, many ways. My month in Ghana in October was an incredible experience. Working as a volunteer I had the opportunity to be completely immersed in the local culture, which was just amazing. Since then I’ve had time to…
The End of an Amazing Adventure
I started writing this post about the rest of my final week before I left Ghana, so it might be a bit mixed up with ‘here’ and ‘there’ dotted around as I decide what to keep and what else to add! Yesterday (Friday) afternoon I was strolling through the village,…
Final Week – Quick Update
It’s Wednesday afternoon, and I’m doing a quick update now while I have some free time and power. I’m sure there will be many more photos taken over the next two days, but I suspect my next update won’t be until I get home on Saturday as the rest of…
Coastal Beauty, Tropical Rainforests and Echoes of Shame
Pictured is the hut that has been my home for the last two nights, having spent a weekend exploring the beauty and history of Cape Coast. The setting was idyllic, a beachside resort with sun loungers, good food and entertainment from the inevitable troupe of drummers and acrobats. Cape Coast…
A busy week
This week has been very hectic, so not had much time for a blog update. The breast cancer awareness activities are in full swing and we’re still running sessions in the schools as well. Monday we went to the village of Oshieye, which is about 15 minutes walk from base…
Relaxing and Remembering
I’m hopeless at selfies, but this is my relaxing Sunday morning eating breakfast on the terrace outside my little apartment. During the week I have breakfast on base, but it’s been good to have a slower start today, and a chance to recharge a little. The Bougainvillea are stunning here…
Where have 2 weeks gone?
Hard to believe I’ve been here for 2 weeks already, it’s gone so quickly but somehow feels like I’ve been here for ever! Everybody on base is so friendly, it’s a bit like being part of an extended family. I’m a bit of an enigma in the schools due to…
Billboards, Bulletins & Bombast – and the word of God!
Woke up this morning to no power – I must be used to it now, it just made me smile. But I did initially wonder why it was so hot, until I realised from the haze of my mosquito net that the ceiling fan wasn’t turning. No need to worry…