The Incredile Edible Egg

You may not think there is any thing special about these eggs but I can't even begin to tell you how excited I was at this sight. Well, I was so excited that I took a picture. That should give you some indication since eggs aren't normally photo worthy. There are about 3 or 4 yolks that are light yellow and the other 8-9 are a nice orange color. That is one of the causes for excitement.  The majority of the time, the yolks are so light, you can barely tell the difference between yolk and white. Do you see how all but one of the yolks is in tact?  The shells were also rather firm.  Typically, the shell crumbles in my hand and the yolk breaks and mixes with the white.  It's not unusual to have equal amounts of the egg in the bowl and on the countertop. Now do you understand why I had to document this occastion? That is 12 eggs, TWELVE eggs, that are beautiful in color, firm yolks, and no mess on the countertop!  Thanks for sharing in my joy.  

Favorite: Fried Yam

There are many Ghanaian dishes that we enjoy eating.  Every Tuesday, the kitchen at GILLBT makes fried yam and the kids and I go to eat this favorite of ours.  Surprisingly, we don't get much exposure to local dishes and this not only provides us with that opportunity but is an excuse to get out of the house for a bit. 

Yes, that is a fish head on the plate.  I always hope that I get a middle or a tail but you can't always get your choice cut of meat. The fish is fried, fresh and fantastic!  I actually never ate fish before coming to Ghana and now I know what I was missing out on. That sauce is a tomato-based concoction that is great for dipping. When buying fried yam on the street, it is often served with a ground peanut powder, a drizzle of oil and some onions An equally delicious treat.  

On The Homefront

Welcome to my blog! If you want a little glimpse into the every day happenings in our lives, this is the place to be.  I may share some new recipe that I have found or a story about my latest battle with the ants that are ever vigilant in our home. This blog serves as my personal account of our life here in Ghana. I hope that it will not only help you to feel more closely connected with the ministry that you are a part of, but also allow you to see that we are not so different from you, we just live in a unique location.