Hi! My name is Erika, I'm 18 years old, and this is my travel blog (woo!). I will be using it to keep you informed on the happenings of my travels, beginning with Guatemala in February, Germany in March, and Ghana from April-June. Apparently I have a thing with countries that start with a G.. but I swear that's a coincidence. I'm a recent high school graduate, putting university on hold for a year to work, and of course, travel.
It will be my second time going to Guatemala, as a volunteer with the Guatemala Stove Project (www.guatemalastoveproject.org). I have been a part of this organization (and it has been a part of
me) for over a year, and through it I have had the opportunity to organize fundraising events, raise awareness, and see the impact made first-hand, in the rural Mayan highlands of Guatemala. This year, with a different group of volunteers and new sights to see, I can barely contain my excitement!
On March 26th, I will be flying solo to Germany for a week en route to West Africa, and staying with relatives in Berlin. Ever since I was little I've wanted to go to Germany and discover my roots. It's why I spell my name with a k and not a c. It's why we have little wooden men burning incense at Christmas. It's where my mom grew up, and so much more. If only my german wasn't so dreadful...
On April 3rd, I will leave from Frankfurt straight onto Accra, Ghana, for 10 weeks. I will be learning Twi (one of the local indigenous languages) and conducting research for an internship with Global Crossroad. I also hope to meet up with my awesome penpal and go sightseeing.
Stay tuned for more!
"Life is either a daring adventure, or nothing" - Helen Keller
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