Short news

Standfast has been lifted and after some time stuck in Accra (very nice accomodations to be "stuck" with). Bormase was great and some beautiful jewelry was made while good times were shared.

I'm sorry that I'm unable to attend today's funeral service for the beloved Mrs. Janet Strauss, avid blog follower and honorary mother/grandmother to many. Aunt Jan Jan passed away peacefully and in good company on January 31st. I'll write more when there is more time.

It's hard to wrap my head around everything that's going on in the world both near and far but things in Ghana are great following an NDC victory in the recent presidential elections. Official results came in a month after the first day of voting and the NDC came away victorious with 50.23% vs. the NPP's 49.77%. Over seventy percent of the population voted and despite numerous delays and accusations, the election was peaceful.

Love to all.
Ira