Day 5

I have had a very busy couple of days. I almost fainted in the market from the heat, but have since recovered and have learnt to take water with me everywhere. The heat doesn't bother me so much anymore. I am slowly learning how to use the public transport (called trotro's which are a public van-taxi and are very cheap) and am also slowly learning language (twi said tree). I have been given my Ghanaian name which is Ya (translated as Thursday- coming from the day of the week you are born on). I love the language and can't wait to learn more.

I am also slowly learning more about Ghanaian culture. Ghanaian's are very polite and friendly but are also very direct. For example, if a street vendor asks you to buy something, you reply with tomorrow (okyena) as opposed to no. This, however, can cause problems if you are doing something that is inappropriate, they won't come outright and tell you.

Saturday was a day off so I went to the pools with my co-worker (and mentor) Sherri, and had an amazing day relaxing.
As it is Sunday, I experienced my first Ghanaian church. It is interactive and alive. The people sing loudly and reply with Amen often throughout the sermon. I feel very reserved in comparison to them.

I am intimidated by the work I will have to do here. I do not feel like I have the skills to do it. I am learning that I will have to run Sunday School classes, run bible studies and other small groups. However, I have to remember that God has brought me here and He will teach me the skills I need.