Some Ethiopian expatriates are under the impression that eating raw meat is unhealthy. The act like eating raw meat is an uncivilized Ethiopian fad that should be stopped where it started, in Ethiopia.
Well dears, eating raw meat neither started in Ethiopia nor is it only practiced in Ethiopia. Not only is it perfectly health but it is also good for you.
A lot of people are a little bit intimidated about eating raw meat and fish, which is a great shame because I think they are really missing out," he said. "It is a very healthy and natural way of doing things." 1
A lot of Ethiopians suffer from Acid Reflux disease (more commonly known as ‘Cheguarayen Amemegne’) due to I don’t know what. I too suffered in the past. One of the things I did was eat raw meat to reduce the levels of acid in my stomach. Yap one of those traditional known medicines. Continue reading ‘Tire Sigga’
Published by Nolawi March 6th, 2007 in Food and Podcast.
As a woman, I know we carry a lot on our shoulders. We are great at holding down the fort in several areas: handling the order of the household, working at the office, keeping the relationship in check, and appear flawless in the process. Our mothers and grandmothers did it without missing a beat and tradition/culture meant something. Granted they were married young, surrounded by loved ones and may have had some help around the house but they still did it and we admire them till this day. They are the backbone of our success, can I get an 'Amen!'
Today, in the 21st century, we have many women very well educated with professional jobs, earning a good living and some even own their own homes. I know the equality factor has not been written in stone but today's Ethiopian woman is walking the walk and talking the talk. Let's be proud and say it loud! But are we prepared to pay the cost? Continue reading ‘Menew, min meta!’
Published by celebratelife March 4th, 2007 in Advice, Dating and Social.
In remembrance of arbegnoch!!
Today, March 2, 2007 (there are conflicting dates for this day—most Eyropean publications have it on March 1, 2006, whereas the victory is actually celebrated on March 2, in Ethiopia–thank you AA for the correction) marks 111 years since the Battle of Adwa. Podcasted are three songs that I think will invoke some passion.
Podcast 1 is "Fano" by Chalachew Ashenafi. This version was written and arranged by Messele Assmamaw. You can find this song and other gems on his album "Gerager."
Podcast 2 is "Shellela" an Instrumental by Getachew Mekuria. At 74, Getachew Mekuria still performs in Addis. In fact, I was lucky enough to see him perform this past January at Alliance Francais. A review of his CD, Moa Anbessa is in the works. This track comes from Ethiopiques 14-Getachew Mekurya:Negus of Ethiopian Sax. Continue reading ‘ADWA’
Published by Ethio Jazz March 1st, 2007 in Podcast.
Probably, one of the progressive words of Amharic Slang, or so I thought.
My uncle asked me if I thought that I was only arada, he claimed arada long before you I was born. Hmmm, so there was arada’s in the sixties. For years, I saw the word used as a adjective. In reality its a noun that became an adjective; So adjective in fact that it became a noun.If I may presume, I have arada qualities therefore I am arada.
There was an Amahanglish hip hop group in Denver called Y’Arada lij. First Podcast with the chorus;
Y’arada lij…Awo…Endeza nuew…Aydel
One of original cast members of ‘Y’arada lij’ passed away a couple years ago due to a tragic car accident. His name was Sebhat, and his Amharic rap was just so rhythmic and so so Arada; with the occasional mood for Hennessey and woman. Continue reading ‘Arada’
Published by Nolawi February 28th, 2007 in Music and Podcast.
My Grandfather, he passed away at the beginning of this year. He was 87 years old. I am not in bereavement. I am looking at it as a conclusion to a great and fruitful life.
The older I get, the more I realize that Abaye, I called him that, had a great influence on me. Not just me, but all those around him. Some of the longtime readers of Bernos know that I mention him quite often in the articles and a lot more in my comments.
The Soldier
He had an amazing career amassing over 35 year as an officer in the Ethiopian Army. As a Lieutenant Colonel most of his career was as head of accounting for his division. He served in Congo among many other places as UN peace keepers.
He was an excellent soldier, looking at the drawer full medals and plaques, which were put away by the time I was around. He was long retired, when I knew him, but the soldier in him was always present. He was very charismatic; he was a great story teller. War stories were his specialty.
Seen here with his Medals and heading a ceremony for Q. Julian & her husband Prince Bernard of Holland in the late 60’s. Continue reading ‘I Miss Him’
Published by Nolawi February 23rd, 2007 in Family.
