Highway Holdup: A Debt Repayment Takes a Backseat to Survival
Daniel owes Godwin money. Daniel meets Godwin and pays him off. Godwin is happy and relieved that the transaction is closed. Daniel and Godwin decide to grab a taxi together.…
Airborne Anxiety: Navigating Mixed Messages at the Check-In Counter
I am traveling through a few African countries. I am at the Airport waiting to check-in. I am told the plane is delayed. What? Not to worry. I go and…
From Luxury to Accessibility: The Changing Face of Mobile Affordability
It's 1996. Mobile phones are emerging in Ghana. Spacefon is the first mobile phone company. My Dad cannot wait to get his hands on one. My dad buys a mobile…
Tiny Teeth, Big Bites: A Parent’s Journey Through Pacifier Replacement
My son is 1 year old. His favorite object is a pacifier. The problem is my son has teeth now. So he is chewing the pacifier. When he breaks it,…
Layered Comfort: Battling Cold Feet with a Symphony of Socks
My feet are always cold. So I buy extra socks to wear when I sleep. I have tried them all. I do prefer only cotton socks. So I wear about…
Bit by Bit: The Heartwarming Meat-Share Tale of 1951
It's 1951. My Dad is eating with his 8 siblings. They are eating together in one big pan. There is only one big piece of meat. The system for sharing…