Who? Me? Yes, you!

Hi, Hi, Hi! I’m taking part in a BIG BLOG BASH... lol! And just as people introduce themselves to one another at parties, I’m introducing myself to party goers who hop over to say, “Hello!”

Helloooooo! It's great to meet you! : -)


You asked: Who are you?
I’m Lady Akofa from and living in Ghana but haven’t necessarily exclusively lived all my life in Ghana. I’m a royal princess because I’m a daughter of my Papa God, the King of all Kings, in Christ Jesus. I’m one of 2 daughters and have worked in the communications industry for the last 5-6 years.

I’m so, soo crazy about mangoes and wish I could have them all year round. And I love almost anything with rich chocolate in it... ice cream, cake, muffins, all that stuff and... oreos. It doesn’t matter whether it’s dark, brown or white chocolate, I take delight in all of them! Besides food, I experiment with perfumes, so if you’re allergic to such fragrances be advised! You can read more about me here.

You asked: Why do you blog?
I write because love to write. I often share what God is teaching me in seasons of my life to encourage and inspire others, people just like me. Other times, you’ll find posts about random things and life in Ghana. While I’m camera shy, photography is a new hobby, so blogging it is.

Attempting the photo art and failing horribly... lol!

You might ask: By the way, where in the world is Ghana?
Check Google Maps and you’ll find it. And while you’re there, please note that Ghana and Guyana are miles apart. : -)

This was definitely a success and a hit!

You can join the blog bash by clicking the link below and it's free!

God bless ya,
Lady Akofa.

Lifting your heart to God in the wait

I have not read any of Elisabeth Elliot's books, not yet. But I have been to her website and read other books, blogs with quotes from her books and writings. From the little that I've read about her, I think Elisabeth Elliot is one wise, old lady impacting the younger generation for God's kingdom. Here is one of those profound quotes I found from a devotional:

I do know that waiting on God requires the willingness to bear uncertainty, to carry within oneself the unanswered question, lifting the heart to God about it whenever it intrudes upon one’s thoughts. It is easy to talk oneself into a decision that has no permanence, easier sometimes than to wait patiently.
~Elisabeth Elliot~

Hmmm... What do you think?
Lady Akofa.

Not a Word: Yellow Flower bud

Lady Akofa’s WHAT EVERY WOMAN NEEDS IN HER WARDROBE

Obviously, this is a vain list… for people like moi who have such time to think up such a list… Of course, not all women can afford this, I know. And most women have lived without these items. But what does it matter?  Do I have all these items? Nope!

This may well be my 1st submission for “Vanity Fair” magazine, wink, wink. For the sake of silliness, humor, vanity, self-indulgence, I also seek your indulgence! :-) Pun definitely intended! :-)

1.    A simple black dress, that can be worn with coloured accessories over and over again.
2.    A pair of coloured shoes, bag, scarf or shawl, earrings; all to match.
3.    A simple stud pearl earrings and a matching necklace.
4.    A long black skirt/ knee-length black skirt/ a pair of black trousers that can be worn with any coloured or any multi-coloured blouse.

5.    If married, a lingerie is a must. I’m sure Dear Husband will appreciate more than one though.

That’s it! Vanity Shop is CLOSED. Thanks for stopping by. :-)
 

God bless ya,
Lady Akofa.

Lady Akofa’s ESSENTIALS FOR THE HOME

These are things I think homeowners or renters (is that a word?) need, but don’t always consider or think that these tools are needed until there is an emergency. In order of importance, not written. :-)

1. A plunger
2. A cobweb brush
3. A ladder
4. A fire extinguisher
5. A rake, if you have a yard or a garden
6. A screw driver and spanner set
7. Bolts and nuts
8. A sewing kit
9. A torchlight/ flash light
10. A first aid kit/box

Anything else?

God bless ya,
Lady Akofa.

Of Key holders and Love

There is a new trend in Ghana where couples give gifts to their guests at marriage ceremonies. They are often pens, a set of jewelry or necklace for ladies, can openers, book markers, a set of mini-towels, mugs and... key holders. Some of the gifts can be as glamourous as big hampers full of assorted goodies, if the couple is well-to-do or if one or both of the married couple are from rich families. It doesn't matter whether it's a customary, Muslim or Christian/ordinance marriage ceremony.

Often the couple's names and date of the ceremony are scribbled on the gift as a memorial. It's nice to receive these gifts but sometimes it gets redundant... needless to say, I have a several key holders and I'm looking for people to pass them to, haha!

Above: not a wedding gift...

A wedding gift... I turned it upside down so as not to reveal the names.

I think it was a birthday gift, but I don't remember, haha!

Cheers,
Lady Akofa.

All Things Blue

Hi there!

I got this idea from a lady photographer's blog in which she posts pictures of random things of the same colour from time to time. I was a bit bored and realised I hadn't taken photos in a while. The colour BLUE came to mind and the word 'randomities' as well, haha! Of course, Bethany's shots are better than mine. She is a professional, I'm just a beginner. :)

So here we are:

Yep, perfume box... I could care less what brand it is, as long as I love the fragrance.

My folded comforter... these days it gets cold, ahem.

A CD cover of a famous Ghanaian youth choir.

Wanna guess what was wrapped in this?

Dictionary... I'm always learning, you know?

Different shades of blue.

Earrings in a bracelet.

The good old vaseline.

Blue Magic Hair Pomade.

Grateful for blue things,
Lady Akofa. :)

***Note, I use British English on this blog, so color is colour here. :)

Of Randomness and Randomities

I know, “randomities” cannot be found in the English dictionary, don't you think I know that? I created it! Ain’t I so brilliant?! Let me tell you a secret. Sssh.. don’t tell anyone, okay? Just between you and me. By the time your grandchildren are born, you’ll find “randomities” in any Standard English dictionary, haha! : - )

Eating pleasures: Eating hot Koose (fried bean cake) with spring onions stuffed in it.

Bumper harvest: Of mangoes, mangoes, and MANGOES! Hahaha! Psalm 67: 5-7

Unwelcome skin spots: Mosquitoes bites. I refuse to get malaria!

Humpty Dumpty moment: In which I tripped and had a GREAT FALL but by God’s grace didn’t shatter into pieces, haha!

Scary thoughts during my Humpty Dumpty GREAT FALL:
“What if I roll down the staircase and end up in the hospital with major injuries?”
“Oh, God! My head! Don’t let my head get smashed down the stairs!”
“Oh, my legs! It seems like I’m going to break one of them!”

Of friends in trying seasons:
Wishing that I could be there 24/7 with each of them.
Wishing that I could take away their pain or at least lessen their pain in some way.
Wishing that I had the right answers that will calm their uncertainties.
Yet... what a joy to encourage them with the WORD: Romans 15: 4-6
And what an honour and privilege to pray for them when we are not together and pray with them when I do get to be with them.

An Unexpected, Pleasant & Affirming Compliment:
Gentleman: Do you work out?
Me: No. Not really. Apart from the usual house chores, I don’t work out.
Gentleman: Well, you’ve always looked fit.
Me: : - ) Thanks!
Note *** While I wouldn't call him a friend, I’ve known this gentleman since childhood.

Randomly Yours,
Lady Akofa. :-)

... like a thief in the night.

Helloooo?

Why am I still here?

And why are YOU still here?

Weren't we supposed to have gone to heaven a week ago? Did we miss the bus?

Well... Harold Camping and friends got it all wrong! Before 22nd May, 2011 I had never heard of him or of his ‘special revelation’ of the rapture, so that I could prepare, you know. Wink, wink. So I was surprised to have heard that I may have missed the bus if indeed Camping’s prediction came true on 21st May, 2011. I mean, how come I heard the news a day late?!! I'd like to think I'm on top of my internet news reading game. Wink, wink.

The angels don’t know when. Even Jesus Christ, Himself, doesn’t even know the exact day He’s expected to come... so how come mere human beings are making predictions on behalf of God?

Don’t listen to Harold Camping or anybody who claims he/she knows the exact date for the end of the world. According to Wikipedia, this is not the first time he has made such predictions. False prophecies and foolishness at its best.

For your reading pleasure and encouragement, please read Matthew 24 and 1 Thessalonians 5:2. Live your life in light of eternity and be always ready. Because... He will come like a thief in the night.

If you don’t believe there is anything such as end times or rapture, well... this post is not for you. Check back another time.

A word to the wise...
Lady Akofa.

Heaven, Unlimted Space

"If we were to go to heaven with our possessions and things, our containers like in Tema Harbour, heaven would be congested before we get there."

~ Will not identify the person who said it.

So... the above statement was made at my Bible study group while we were discussing Matthew 19:16-30, in the context of priorities sometime last year. I was so ticked that I had to write it down at that time. I was reviewing this note book and I couldn't help but smile.



The truth? Heaven is Unlimited in Space. Even if God would allow us to get there with our perishable stuff, there would be enough room for all our stuff. Our perception of the Unlimited God is often limited by our own limited human wisdom and understanding (Pun intended). However, the point of the study discussion is that God wants us to be focused on Him, the Eternal God.

There is a song that a number of churches in Ghana sing that goes like this:

(You are) bigger than what people saaay -Call out
You are bigger than what people say -Chorus

You are good, You are kind,
You are bigger than what people say.

Amen,
Lady Akofa.