Last day at CCS HQ! :(

Well, yesterday was my last day at CCS HQ. Although I didn't cry as much as I did at the staff meeting it was still really emotional!!!

I honestly had no idea that me placing a $275 deposit in 2005 would lead to me have an amazing and life changing experience in Brazil, then lead me to moving to New York to actually work for the organization!

It is crazy to think that my first job straight out of university was a working for this non profit in NYC that does such amazing and inspiring work. I am so proud to have worked with CCS. I remember how I felt when I was in Brazil and the fact that I have been able to facilitate that feeling and experience for over 700 people makes me happy.

The people at CCS are amazing, selfless, passionate and inspiring people who truly believe in what they do and the vision, mission and values of CCS. I know I have been incredibly spoilt here and will NEVER find another work place like this.
Where else can you say oh my job sent me to Costa Rica, Guatemala, Colorado, Toronto...
Professionally, I learnt so much and gained so much experience, I know it will be a great stepping stone for even better things.
Personally, I have grown in confidence, maturity and know that I can pretty much achieve what ever I want!

It was so hard to make the decision to leave but I am ready for my next challenge in life and excited for new opportunities! I have Ghana to look forward to and hopefully lots of exciting opportunities to work in a more creative field.
CCS was just the beginning and has opened up so many doors and I am extremely thankful for that.

This is definitely not good bye CCS or NYC, its just a see you later!!

Don't be dismayed at goodbyes. A farewell is necessary before you can meet again. And meeting again, after moments or lifetime, is certain for those who are friends. ~Richard Bach

Ghana, Ghana, Ghana

So all I can really think about at the moment is GHANA!
I have been researching what I want to do and where I want to go.
I came across this blog which has some very essential tips

You have to read it!!! Click HERE to read it!


On side note, was at a bar last night, you bought your drink and were given a ticket, you then took your ticket yo the back of the bar, handed it in and..... got a free pizza!!!! I think it is my new favourite bar! I heart the Crocodile Lounge!

Anyway that's all for now, off to go apple picking!