Sunday, October 25, 2009

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  1. PatriceJanuary 12, 2010 at 8:49 PM

    One thing that I am nervous about is being attacked by any type of insect. I have a bug phobia – if I can call it that. During the summer, I usually tend to stay indoors because of it. But I think I will be fine…well I hope so…LOL. Another thing that I am nervous about is doing something disrespectful without knowing it, so I hope to retain sensitivity to the Ghanaian culture and customs.

    On the other hand, I am really excited about traveling to a different country and experiencing an entirely new culture. I am not sure what to expect when I arrive in Ghana, but I do hope that I can enter this environment with an open mind and begin to build a network with members of the RISD and Kokrobitey/Ghanaian communities. I do believe that this will be a valuable and rewarding, learning experience for me, not only because this will be my first time going to Africa, but because I will witness and be a part of a dialogue that allows two distinct cultures to work together in harmony.

    One special talent that I hope to bring/contribute to our group is the ability to listen. Although I am not a very talkative person, I do observe and reflect on what I see and hear. I like to take the time to listen to what someone has to say because his/her perspective may be extremely valuable and worthwhile. I am also good at keeping secrets.

    In response to the question about something I would try to keep secret, but will eventually be revealed – I would have to say that I have a habit of humming while I do my work or try to be deep in thought. So I am really sorry in advance to anyone who will hear it.

    Furthermore, I am really looking forward to working/collaborating with all of you, and I hope that when we return to the U.S. we will continue to strengthen our connection.

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  2. PatriceJanuary 14, 2010 at 7:40 AM

    5 things that matter and are of great concern to me at this stage in my life:

    1. Family (reconnecting and spending time with my loved ones; understanding my ancestry and uplifting my culture)

    2. My passion for art (using art as a way to engage and communicate with those in my surrounding environment)

    3. Humanity (being compassionate and mindful of human conditions)

    4. Faith (having a firm belief in spirituality)

    5. Well-being (making sure I am taking care of myself so that I can accomplish my goals)

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