Mama D

My Ghanian Mom

Mama D is a very special woman dear to my heart. She is a Rotarian in the Accra East Club and before I arrived she had volunteered to host me. I was not exactly sure what that would entail until I arrived. As it turns out, I have the most ideal situation I could have asked for. 

Mama D was one of the first people to greet me at the airport. Since the moment she gave me the biggest hug after getting off the plane, I have come to look forward to seeing her smiling face and receiving one of her fantastic hugs each weekend. I stay at my hostel on campus during the week then get the chance to escape each Friday to Mama D's house. My "most Ghanian" experiences so far have been with her and her family. They let me tag along everywhere they go. She has the kindest, biggest heart and I can tell her anything. It's a huge comfort knowing that I have her guidance and support through this year. She is full of wisdom and understanding that I truly appreciate.