Here I Go!
Hello everyone!
I’ve started this blog to keep my friends and family updated on my adventures while I study abroad in Ghana. I leave this evening for Chicago, then on to London, and then to Accra, Ghana. Once I arrive in Chicago, I’ll be traveling with a friend from Hendrix. I should be arriving in Accra around 2 pm Central Standard time. I will be studying at the University of Ghana in Legon, just outside the capital, Accra. Here’s a photo I found online of some building at the University:
This is where I'll be!
I’ve just got a few more items to throw in my bags before I leave. I’m not feeling nearly as nervous as I did yesterday, I’m mostly excited now, but I still can’t believe that it’s happening!
Grandpa Andrew Said,
August 10, 2008 @ 8:52 am
Emily, my dear, our thoughts are with you , as you embark on perhaps the greatest adventure of your life so far. We wish you a successful stay in that far-away and strange country, and hope that you will be able to come back healthy and wise, and even more maturity than you already have. Promise us, though, that you will not be naive but careful, not foolhardy but hardy. We look forward to hearing from you via your “blog” from time to time. — Love and kisses: Grandpa.
Grandma Veronica Said,
August 10, 2008 @ 11:23 am
How true: Before a big life event one does tend to feel: Is this for real? Am I really DOING IT?
I think people who love you feel the same way, — I sure do. I am glad that you are traveling with a Hendrix friend from Chicago to Ghana, sharing on the way makes a difference!
I am sending you good vibes and loving thoughts,
Grandma.
Dad Said,
August 11, 2008 @ 9:31 am
We hope to hear of your arrival soon!
Jessie! Said,
August 11, 2008 @ 3:43 pm
I’m so excited for you and can’t wait to hear/read all about Ghana. Your new college looks really pretty! Lots of Love, Jessie. (PS- Your grandparents are really adorable!)
Aunt Kathy Said,
August 12, 2008 @ 8:26 am
Hi Emily,
Looking forward to keeping in touch with you and your adventures. You are in our hearts and prayers.
Much love to you.
Katie Rice Said,
August 13, 2008 @ 6:35 pm
Emily! I am so impressed that your grandparents are reading your blog. Very hip! I hope everything is going well so far! Make sure to keep me updated on all the gossip you don’t want your family to read about — haha. When do you come back to STL?