Wednesday, October 18, 2006

Day 3 - Got my internet to work so I could have a YM session with Dawn - Camera actually worked better than in the US for some reason, can't explain that one Went on a bank excursion to exchange travelers cheques - that was a ordeal, got it right at the 3rd bank, with Alex pulling in some favors. Changed out $200 US for 1.8 Million cedis, the funny thing is they give it to you in a plastic bag. Finally a millionaire but you get a brick of money in a plastic bag. Stopped by Avenue Club for some kebobs and Star Lager. I think Star is my choice of the local beer. Went back out with Alex to drop Dapo off at his spot in the Korle Bu guest house. Got a little turned around as we would say in the Marine Corps but finally got there. Nice house, met Douglas the "CCO" - chief catering officer and Mr. Dunco - Douglas and Mr. Dunco actually live in the house full time and provide service and security respectively for any resident at the guest house. Got back to the hotel and had some wings as a quick dinner and then had a brew with George and Frank. Tried to get to bed early because we have to check out and go see Prof. Akosa and travel to our respective sites tomorrow. I say tried because that is not necessarily what happened. Watched a great soccer match in the process though. Today was monumental becuase I really know that I am here now. got bitten by a mosquito at the hospital, mistakenly drank the H20 while brushing and started the feel the first sign that my stomach does not agree with the local food.

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