But I don’t want to eat injera on special holidays and think I’m doing enough. I feel a tremendous amount of responsibility to Turo’s first family and to Ethiopia to make sure he feels connected to his homeland in a meaningful way.
Monday, September 14, 2009
Happy New Year
Friday marked the first day of 2002 in Ethiopia. The Ethiopian calendar is based on 13 months, so we kicked off the New Year with Wesley, Meredith and my mom. We’re tying to figure out ways to incorporate Ethiopian culture into our family activities and traditions. I found a great little Ethiopian resturant nearby and picked up an assortment of yummy food for everyone to try. The music, the smells, the art and the beautiful Amharic speaking waitress gave Turo and me a tiny piece of Ethiopia. Plus Turo melted my heart when he looked at the waitress, pointed to me and said, "mama." I know we'll return to this cozy spot frequently.
But I don’t want to eat injera on special holidays and think I’m doing enough. I feel a tremendous amount of responsibility to Turo’s first family and to Ethiopia to make sure he feels connected to his homeland in a meaningful way.
But I don’t want to eat injera on special holidays and think I’m doing enough. I feel a tremendous amount of responsibility to Turo’s first family and to Ethiopia to make sure he feels connected to his homeland in a meaningful way.
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5 comments:
Oh, he just steals my heart! That last picture of him is SO cute! :) I am jealous...we do not have an Ethiopian restaurant in our city. We have some in sorrounding cities but that isn't good enough. Maybe one day.
Blue Nile? If so, soooo yummy!
Turo is growing up, isn't he? Such a handsome boy!
Turo looks cute in his traditional outfit. Smart idea. I wish I would have thought of doing it for Ethiopia new year!
Happy Belated ET New Year to you, Jose and Turo! Love the Turo in the traditional outfit picture.
Cindy
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