I remember being warned before I went to Tanzania by friends.  Especially elder women who were the mothers and grandmothers of my friends.    
“Be careful of Voodoo,” one would say.  “Don’t go outside the house during spirit hour” would say another.  People began lighting candles, incense and praying.  Genuinely concerned that I would fall prey [...]

Ever been in a situation where you want something really badly, but you are too embarrassed to ask for it?  Well…I know the feeling very well.  What I don’t know is how to respond when you are finally given the “gift” or that “something” that you have always wanted.  Whether you have earned it, or [...]