Happy Eclipse Day

For those of you who dont know, Wendesday morning Ghana witnessed a solar eclipse. The eclipse was only visible in a tiny strip that cut across the globe, and Ghana was among one of the best countries for viewing. NASA was actually here filming. It was nothing short of a national holiday, and the atmosphere made the spectacle even more powerful. No one was working. There were no cars on the road or in the taxi stations. Everyone was outside with their friends, families, and coworkers sharing these cool protective glasses (they look like the kind you use to watch 3D movies) and watching the eclipse. I didnt have the glasses, but I was walking to work during the beginning phases and all along the way people shared theirs with me. When I got to the hospital, no one was working of course. All the lights had been turned out, and everyone was out in the courtyard to observe the big event. Everyone was so happy and excited; this one nurse kept dancing and singing through our clinic for the rest of the day. Just another great day in Ghana. :)