I am an African woman and proud of it. Although my mother raised me in the US she never allowed me to lose sight of where I came from and the rich traditions I was born into. My mother cooked Ghanaian food, she sewed me Ghanaian clothes which I was very proud to wear, and I am currently happy (on most days) to live in Ghana.
The continent is different than you
may have been lead to believe and through these posts I hope I’ve opened your
eyes a little bit to the beauty, modernism, and versatility of it. Yes we have lots of work to do as a people, but we aren’t where we used to be and that’s a good
thing.
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| My gorgeous mother, me, and my brother at her back in Ghana. |
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| I'm wrapped in Traditional Ghanaian Kente cloth. A rich fabric, with a richer tradition. |
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| My brother and I dressed in joromi (named for the beautiful intricate stitching). |
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You've done an amazing job with this A to Z challenge, and I've certainly learned a lot! Each culture has its beauty, I loved having you share yours with us. Beautiful pics, the first one is so timeless! :)
ReplyDeleteThank you, S.K. That picture is one of my most favorite with my mom.
DeleteI have enjoyed reading about Africa from your blog. Your pictures are gorgeous and the fabric is so pretty. I love the colors and design and they always remind me of the vibrancy which is Africa. Well done you on your most enjoyable posts. :)
ReplyDeleteThank you Lila. I'm glad I could portray what I love about Africa.
DeleteIt was a pleasure to read and discover Africa in the all new perspective the way you presented it. I'm very happy that you are rooted in your traditions in spite of living in The US. The pictures are lovely!
ReplyDeleteI am so happy I got the chance to share, and you travelled with me.
DeleteI seriously admire your love for the Motherland. I've never been to Ghana before, or many of the other countries you've highlighted during your A to Z, but your posts have made it seem like I have. :D
ReplyDeleteThanks, Michael. I'm glad I could show you a little bit of Africa.
DeleteGreat work, Nana. The ageless photos are stunning. I love Ghana from visiting just once.
ReplyDeleteBest wishes.
Stella
Thanks, Stella. I'd love to take a trip to Nigeria one day.
DeleteI've enjoyed your A to Z posts immensely.
ReplyDeleteI'm glad, Medeia.
DeleteI love all of Africa's rich traditions and seeing you in these pictures have made my day, Nana!
ReplyDeleteThe younger versions of myself.
DeleteAww, what sweet photographs! :)
ReplyDeleteI love it! It saddens me when people abandon their heritage to try and fit in. There is so much beauty in every culture and I LOVE learning about other people's traditions and beliefs.
ReplyDeleteTrue Heroes from A to Z
Lovely photos, Nana. You look so much like your mom and you haven't changed at all from your childhood looks!
ReplyDeleteI've loved visiting (almost) everyday to learn something new about Africa. It's been a great experience and we are all better for having been a part of it. Great pics of you, your mom and brother. You have special memories.
ReplyDeleteI love your family photographs :)
ReplyDeleteAlso, I have enjoyed coming by your blog and learning more about you, Ghana and your life along the way :)
You moved back? Was it hard to adjust?
ReplyDeleteYour mother was very beautiful! I have never tried Ghanaian food. I'd love to see a post on that. I probably missed it--I think we just met each other toward the end of the channels!
ReplyDeleteAww, your family photographs are wonderful! And kudos to your mother for keeping the family traditions alive in you and your brother.
ReplyDeleteI've really enjoyed your theme and have learned a great deal.