Monday, November 18, 2013

Back Home in Tamale

Getting reacquainted with the joyful singing and drums at Mass and learning more than ever to be on high alert navigating the chaos of taxis, bicycles and motor bikes, we are at home in Tamale. Boiling water for drinking, thoroughly washing all vegetables and fruits and once again sleeping under the protection of our mosquito net all become comfortable routine.
Renovation of the old Tamale Teaching Hospital and the construction of its new building are very impressive. If only the problematic lack of water could be resolved and the crucial importance of ongoing maintenance be recognized.
Dr. Andy Norman, a GYN from the US, is staying with us for a couple of weeks. His area of expertise includes performing the life-changing procedure of fistula repair which provides enormous relief from the damaging injuries resulting from prolonged and complicated childbirth.
Sunday lunch with some friends at the Gariba Lodge brought the exciting news of a brand new Lebanese coffee shop opening down the road. Since this new establishment appears to be the only one of its kind in town, it's definitely on everyone's "To Do" list.

No comments: