Cool things

Not a lot of time for a coherent blog in the run up to Christmas,  so this fortnight you get a random selection of  things we think are just great!

The pump house. Having seen foundations laid, blockwork in progress, and a corrugated roof going on we had a go ourselves. Lyd and I built this little hut over the course of two days to keep our water-pump and booster protected, and make them quieter. We're very proud parents.

Friends!!! Adam and Rach were here for two weeks and loved Ghana. Beers on the balcony and trips to the local lake side resort are even more fun with friends around. And now James and Alex have joined us for Christmas!

Adam and Rachael enjoying the view at Alos Bay

James and Alex with Lyd at Head Office in Accra

Full size beer. On the left, a Ghanaian beer bottle (90p) next to a normal size UK bottle (which you can buy out here if you go searching). The gin is surprisingly good too, and at 1.80p for a full 1L bottle you can have a party here without spending much.

The office (in the sewing center) is complete!!! Lydia is taking credit for the two coats of neat paint that give the room a fresh new look. I'm taking credit for the flashing multi-coloured 6-way multisocket adapter mounted on the wall with individual on off buttons. One took more work than the other.

Car insurance. For roughly 14 quid a year a car is insured for any driver. I've no idea how the insurance company makes money as there are a lot of accidents out here, but it means we can drive 4x4s and pickups as needed.

Ben! Dave and Renae adopted a gorgeous little two year old three days ago. He's had a rough couple of years up to now, but is so well behaved and is in for a superb boost in life. Lucky little lad.

The sea view. Waking up in the cool morning air and listening to the waves crash in.

The view from our porch

That's a wrap. Have a lovely Christmas and a Happy New Year!
Tim and Lyd xxx