Sat, May 1st, 2010

Prepared by Robb

We started with the usual breakfast at the usual time even though it was a Saturday. We left at 8:30 to go to the Volta Dam to spend the day on the boat, the Dodi Princess. It was leaving at 10:30 for a 2 ½ hour cruise to the island of Dodi. It was a big boat which held approximately 300 people. There were three decks and included a small pool for kids. There was also a band which played very loudly for the entire journey. The only time they took a break was when we reached the island. 300 people had 30 minutes to spend on the island. Then we spent close to 3 hours on the return journey. The Ghanaians were ready to party as they drank and dance the day away. We met a group of young professional volunteers from all over the world. The boat ride was long and extremely hot. Very little breeze was to be found even on a moving boat. We left at 10:30 and arrived back at 4:30! Our driver Phillip was waiting and so we were the first car to leave. Due to all the heat, Patty “the Energizer Bunny”, actually came home and took a nap!

Later that evening, we went to the Volta Hotel for dinner. Patty and Kathleen had Madiera Steak which was excellent. I had some pretty tough lamb. We had great conversations.

“Be kind for everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle.” Plato