Ghana

Getting Ready

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February 5th 2008
So that feeling starts...the feeling that I am about to embark on a life-changing experience; or at least I hope so. I'm ready for warm weather and different food, soda with real sugar and glass bottles, a different culture and way of life. Sure I'm a bit scared and a bit worried, but hey that comes with the territory. What worries me more is making sure I get everything here at home finished b ... read more

North America » United States » Wisconsin » Madison

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Britain's American colonies broke with the mother country in 1776 and were recognized as the new nation of the United States of America following the Treaty of Paris in 1783. During the 19th and 20th centuries, 37 new states were added to the origina... ... read more