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Two Ghanaian women playing the traditional En-Ones stone game on a cement veranda, enjoying a nostalgic childhood-inspired moment.

Only 80s and 90s Kids Will Remember This Ghanaian Childhood Game.

18 July 2026 by Paulina Bonsu Donkoh
A heap of stones reminded me of En-Ones, one of my favourite Ghanaian childhood games. Here's how my sister and I played it and why those memories still make me smile today....
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A smiling young Ghanaian woman enjoying Ga kenkey with fried fish, pepper sauce, shito, onions, and traditional side dishes.

How Many Balls of Ga Kenkey Can You Eat? A Fun Ghanaian Food Conversation

9 July 2026 by Paulina Bonsu Donkoh
How many balls of Ga kenkey can you finish in one sitting? My sister could eat five! Here's a fun childhood memory that made me curious about how Ghanaians enjoy their favourite meal....
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Enola Holmes aims a rifle during an action scene in Enola Holmes 3 on Netflix.

Enola Holmes 3 Review: Action, Wedding, Love, and Heartbreak

2 July 2026 by Paulina Bonsu Donkoh
Is Enola Holmes 3 worth watching? Here's my honest review of the Netflix film, covering the action, wedding, love story, heartbreak, and the biggest lesson I took away from it....
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Official poster for Enola Holmes 3 featuring Enola Holmes, Viscount Tewkesbury, Sherlock Holmes, and other main characters. Enola Holmes 3

Enola Holmes 3 Is Coming to Netflix: Here’s Why I’m Excited

25 June 2026 by Paulina Bonsu Donkoh
The wait is finally over! Enola Holmes 3 premieres on Netflix on 1 July 2026. Before you watch it, let's revisit some unforgettable moments from the first two films and what we can expect from the next adventure....
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Official poster for Netflix's I Will Find You featuring David Burroughs and Cheryl Dreason.

I Will Find You Netflix Review: 4 Lessons From Harlan Coben’s New Series

20 June 2026 by Paulina Bonsu Donkoh
Netflix's I Will Find You had me completely hooked. From shocking plot twists to unforgettable characters, here's my review of the series and the life lessons I learned from its main characters....
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Rosie sits among women during a community event in The Unchosen, watching quietly as others celebrate.

The Unchosen Netflix Series Review: 3 Real-World Themes From Episode 1

13 June 2026 by Paulina Bonsu Donkoh
The Unchosen surprised me. What I initially overlooked turned out to be a thought-provoking series about faith, freedom, and control. In this Episode 1 review, I discuss three real-world themes that stood out to me....
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Two Ghanaian female friends playing games at a game centre in Atlantic Mall. fun things to do with friends in Accra

5 Fun Things to Do With Friends in Accra, Ghana

6 June 2026 by Paulina Bonsu Donkoh
Wondering how to spend quality time with friends in Accra? From playing Scrabble over coffee to enjoying virtual reality games, here are five fun activities that made for an unforgettable day out with a friend at Atlantic Mall....
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A man and woman lying closely together in bed during an intimate and emotional moment in Love & Death.

What the movie Love & Death Taught Me About Marriage, Infidelity, Sacrifice, and Justice

16 May 2026 by Paulina Bonsu Donkoh
The 2023 drama Love & Death left me thinking deeply about marriage, sacrifice, infidelity, love, and justice. Beyond the shocking crime story lies a painful reminder of how selfish choices, betrayal, and unresolved pain can destroy lives and families....
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Close-up of Ghanaian light soup with chicken in a light red oily broth showing authentic texture

How to Cook Authentic Ghanaian Light Soup at Home (Step-by-Step Guide)

24 March 2026 by Paulina Bonsu Donkoh
Ghanaian light soup is simple but powerful in flavor. This guide shows how to cook it step-by-step using fresh ingredients for the perfect taste....
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Mother frying ripe plantain in the kitchen while two young girls watch and laugh

Meals That Remind Me of My Childhood and the Love Behind Them

10 March 2026 by Paulina Bonsu Donkoh
Some meals stay with you long after childhood ends. They are more than food on a plate. They carry memories, emotions, and moments that shaped who you became. For me, two meals that remind me of my childhood are fried ripe plantain with beans stew and jollof rice with fried…...
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African woman cooking food in a home kitchen while preparing a family meal. What cooking for my family taught me about love.

What Cooking for My Family Taught Me About Love and Service

9 March 2026 by Paulina Bonsu Donkoh
Cooking for my family started as a responsibility, but it slowly became something deeper. It taught me about patience, sacrifice, and the quiet ways love shows up in everyday life....
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