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    DNA Leads Sisters to Discover Ghana

    Every Vacation Has A Story… A few years ago, our Vivian and Pat’s family was fortunate enough to have their  brother offer his DNA for use with African Ancestry to dig deeper into their  families history.  Through this reputable company our family discovered that our lineage was Ashanti or Asanti as said in Ghana.  Pat and Vivian decided to travel to Ghana to reconnect with their ancestors.  The trip was emotional, educational and yes, a reconnection. Who is Kwame Nkrumah? One of our first stops was the Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum and Museum:  He was the first president of Ghana, who was later over thrown by the CIA because of his…

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    Are You Really Thankful?

    Are You Really Thankful? Is your glass have empty or half full? As we approach the Holiday Season what things and people are you thankful for? As you travel to visit family and friends, are you looking forward to the time or is there a sense of dread? During this season consider the impact that words have on your life. If this time of year holds sad reminders, perhaps a loved one who is no longer here or the thought of stressful family gatherings. Focus on the things you are thankful for. Have an attitude of gratitude. When negative thoughts and words seem to engulf me I am reminded of…

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    How to Avoid or Make The Most Of Travel Delays

    I came across a recent news item in the USA Today on “How To Avoid– Or Make The Most Of Travel Delays” by Gary Stroller. He shared several Tips from Jason Womack. Womack, who flew on 140 flights last year Travel Delays can be frustrating and challenging. Recently on a trip to Jamaica a member of our group arrived to baggage claim and her luggage was nowhere to be found. Upon arrival to our destination, She had to attend meetings and perform resort inspections without having to freshen up and change clothes. Imagine her discomfort? Her experience and this article was a fresh reminder of the importance of planning ahead.…

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    Life Lessons From A Princess

    Lessons From A Princess Gleaned from Princess Tiana on vacation at Disney World in Orlando. Once upon a time there was a little girl who had no role models in the world of fairy tales and princesses. She looked around near and far to find someone who looked liked her. Someone with milk chocolate-brown skin like her family and friends but they were nowhere to be found. Fast forward to the year 2009 and the introduction of the first ever African-American Fairy tale princess. Why did it take so long she wondered? The now grandmother in 2012 has the pleasure of vacationing with friends and experiencing the wonder of a…

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    Every Vacation Has A Story – Share Yours With Us!

    Every Vacation Has A Story -share yours with us. “One’s destination is never a place, but a new way of seeing things.” – Henry Miller “Once you have traveled, the voyage never ends, but is played out over and over again in the quietest chambers. The mind can never break off from the journey.” – Pat Conroy “The world is a book and those who do not travel read only one page.” St. Augustine I am excited as I venture into to the world of blogging. I am looking forward to sharing with you and hearing from you, your travel stories and adventures. We want to hear the good, the…