Saturday, July 3, 2010. Sometimes in life it is not the fact of losing, it is the way in which you lose. And sometimes, perhaps all too often, a game can mean more to us than a game. And so it was on this day that a continent came together behind one side. A unity unique, particular to African football alone, borne of common struggle and suffering. And what they saw on the operatic pitch was a travesty with a denouement all too familiar to African eyes. A cheat legally rewarded for his treachery.

Tuesday, December 6, 2011. 8221; Once inside, I immediately notice a plethora of women who hav.

Friday, October 9, 2009. I Need Some Help Here. The above quote is from an email I received today. Sadly, I knew the deep truth behind the words, and it caused me great upset. The words came from a very decent young man I met in Ghana. He completed his first year of .

Monday, February 8, 2010. Central America Pics and Vids. The cruise ship Carnival Valor. While traveling by cruise ship is not my first inclination, it is a gift that I am very grateful to have received. I can also see a lot of upside to this popular form of travel.

Wednesday, June 23, 2010. One Thing, One Place. Most of us are imbued with one instinct, among many others. But the fact is that it is happening everyday. It is happening right now. Children are starving, the planet is being degraded, and decent people are being treated unfairly. But this year, I do need something. I need to engage you. As The Siren and myse.