UK-Based Ghanaian Woman Shares Her Story While Vacationing in St. Lucia
A Ghanaian woman, affectionately known as the “Untouchable Princess,” is currently vacationing in St. Lucia, enjoying a well-deserved break. Though she’s based in the UK—specifically Wembley Park, North London—this is her second visit to the Caribbean island. She says she enjoys solo travel and finds joy in exploring new cultures and environments. “I came here to relax and recharge,” she shared.
Her journey began in Ghana, where she was born in Oyoko, Koforidua. She moved to the UK in 1990 at the age of six along with three of her siblings. The rest of the siblings were born later. Her parents had already been in the UK since the late 1970s—her father, a chief in Oyoko, secured an opportunity to travel, later bringing her mother, also a community leader, to join him.
Growing up in the UK, she attended state primary and secondary schools. However, her academic path was interrupted when she had her first child at the age of 17.
“It was tough, but I kept going. My son is now 24, and I have five children in total,” she said proudly.
Now that her children are grown, she is able to focus more on herself and enjoy life.
She became a nurse after attending nursing school and now works as a school nurse in London. She explained that life in the UK can be demanding—long work hours, balancing responsibilities—but rewarding as well.
“Being a nurse has opened many doors for me,” she noted.
Her personal life has not been without challenges. She was previously married to a Jamaican man with whom she had her first child. Later, she had four daughters with her ex-husband. Although they are divorced, she emphasizes that he remains an excellent father and actively supports their children.
“We live together as co-parents, and I don’t consider myself a single mother,” she said.
She admits that her relationship with her parents was complicated. While they provided for her physically, emotionally she felt neglected at times, which led her to make some poor choices in her youth.
“But those mistakes didn’t define me. I’ve come a long way, and I’m proud of the woman I’ve become,” she reflected.
Now, she finds strength and joy in traveling. She has visited Jamaica, Barbados, Ghana, and sow part of Europe and St. Lucia. Traveling, she says, helps build confidence and exposes her children to different cultures and perspectives.
“People sometimes criticize me for having many children, but I believe you can still live a full life. Don’t let motherhood stop you from loving yourself,” she advised.
She encourages other women to create ibalance, travel within their means, and take time to de-stress.
“You don’t always need luxury. Ride a bicycle, get a massage, explore. Life is short. Enjoy it,” she said. She pointed out that in the UK, people are often indoors, stressed, or isolated. “That kind of lifestyle can make you sick. Joy is a form of medicine.”
She plans to return to the UK next week, but says she’s taking every moment in St. Lucia to rest and be inspired.
There’s no job market here, but the tourism is thriving. I use my card for payments and stay in Airbnbs. I love the scenes here—something I rarely see in the UK,” she shared.
Her parting message is clear:
“Live your life. Do your projects, but don’t neglect yourself. The money is there to be spent. Don’t die before your time.”
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