And then it was over...

Indeed a lovely parting party for me sponsored and organized by my friends and colleagues at Aburaman Senior Secondary School did come on as scheduled.  I was able to finally donate my bicycle, two chairs (for the nursing mothers of the school), a laptop, a portable DVD player, a 35mm Camera, amongst many other useful items to improve both our ICT lab and our Visual Arts department.  It was both a joyous and sad occasion as we realized that come next week, I would no longer be seen bustling about Abura Dunkwa on my bicycle.  For every ounce of generosity I have directed at this school, it has come back tenfold and I couldn't possible be lying when I say, I will truly miss Aburaman and Abura Dunkwa. 

Nothing says farewell like Minerals....

And Meat Pies for the whole faculty and staff!

Ms. Anku presenting me with one of a nearly a trillion going away gifts.

Distributing various gifts to faculty members in the Visual Arts, Science, ICT, and Math departments

Jesu, a crucial resource person in Abura Dunkwa and myself

Abaidoo Jr. and me, the entire ICT department!

One last picture with the staff (only about 50% are present)

Christmas in July! Nearly every member of the Aburaman faculty and staff showed their appreciation with a beautifully wrapped parting gift.  Rest Assure I took countless pictures which will be turned into thank you cards to be mailed when I return.

Some of the booty included: 12 yards of real Kente, 16 yards of batik, 2 pairs of my very own Chief sandals, bracelets, and more Kente strips!  I was completely and totally overwhelmed by the generosity of my fellow teachers and staff!

I am completely and totally grateful to all of the time and energy this community has invested in me and I hope that I have somehow offered them an even exchange.