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You folks seems to do fine in writing the Amharic Fidel, it must be easy to do. Your fine writings contradicts your comment. You should change your comment and contribute to Education of the Under privileged Ethiopians once you learn Amharic. Try It
From Blog: Hah-Hoo-Hee-Hah-Hey-Heurr-Ho!
Date: 15th January 2011
Another Rwanda...
I have accepted your comment so it appears on the blog so people should understand some of the complex politics of the region. Unfortunately if people continue to recall the mistakes of the past and blame innocent people generations later, then sadly there will be another Rwanda. I didn't invade Sudan in 1898 and how do you know any of my ancestors did? I may be 1st generation English with an ancestry from another country altogether! If a Sudanese family move to England and have a child born in England, he or she is English. Should he or she be responsible for something the government of the country of his birth did over 100 years ago? That is crazy logic. Similarly, Mulatu was not even born when his family were moved by force from Amhara to Beneshangul-Gumuz. He was born in Assosa - how can he be considered an occupier and carry some blame? The future cannot be in division, it must be in co-operation and I saw this every week in Assosa at the Stadium. Berta children happily playing football with Gumuz children and Amhara children. My hope would be that as these children grow up and for generations to come, they learn to live and work together for the mutual benefit and advancement of everyone in the region.
From Blog: Mulatu Melese's Most Excellent Adventure
Another Rwanda...
I have accepted your comment so it appears on the blog so people should understand some of the complex politics of the region. Unfortunately if people continue to recall the mistakes of the past and blame innocent people generations later, then sadly there will be another Rwanda. I didn't invade Sudan in 1898 and how do you know any of my ancestors did? I may be 1st generation English with an ancestry from another country altogether! If a Sudanese family move to England and have a child born in England, he or she is English. Should he or she be responsible for something the government of the country of his birth did over 100 years ago? That is crazy logic. Similarly, Mulatu was not even born when his family were moved by force from Amhara to Beneshangul-Gumuz. He was born in Assosa - how can he be considered an occupier and carry some blame? The future cannot be in division, it must be in co-operation and I saw this every week in Assosa at the Stadium. Berta children happily playing football with Gumuz children and Amhara children. My hope would be that as these children grow up and for generations to come, they learn to live and work together for the mutual benefit and advancement of everyone in the region.
From Blog: Mulatu Melese's Most Excellent Adventure
Date: 29th December 2010
well done
In fact it is great to know that you help a child, however, the child you are talking about is one of those who were brought to his land in order to implement the government policy of depriving the people of Benishangul of their land, don't forget these people ( Benishangul) were annixed into Abyssinia with the England trechary when they invaded sudan in 1898, since then the people of this land were treated inhumanely and savagely, we expect you to write and document such calamity not helping the occupier and settlers. the innocent civilian of this region deserves to be respected, you don't come from England to participate in the crime committed by your ancistors. who cares how the settlers live, they should go back to their land, soon or later in will be another Rowanda, Somalia and Bosnia, no matter what you do.
From Blog: Mulatu Melese's Most Excellent Adventure
well done
In fact it is great to know that you help a child, however, the child you are talking about is one of those who were brought to his land in order to implement the government policy of depriving the people of Benishangul of their land, don't forget these people ( Benishangul) were annixed into Abyssinia with the England trechary when they invaded sudan in 1898, since then the people of this land were treated inhumanely and savagely, we expect you to write and document such calamity not helping the occupier and settlers. the innocent civilian of this region deserves to be respected, you don't come from England to participate in the crime committed by your ancistors. who cares how the settlers live, they should go back to their land, soon or later in will be another Rowanda, Somalia and Bosnia, no matter what you do.
From Blog: Mulatu Melese's Most Excellent Adventure
good photos
I appreciate your picture and appreciate.
From Blog: Mulatu Melese's Most Excellent Adventure
Date: 6th December 2010
lol
From Blog: More of a Miracle than an Accident! (Exabier Yemusgan & Ahumdililah)
lol
From Blog: More of a Miracle than an Accident! (Exabier Yemusgan & Ahumdililah)
about the photos
i think you are using an old photo you should upgrade your web sit with the current condition you can show some image of the country!
From Blog: Better Late Than Never
Date: 24th August 2010
what a lovely blog entry...so interesting to read as well as making you think...thank you x
From Blog: Alan J. Mercer's Most Humbling Adventure
what a lovely blog entry...so interesting to read as well as making you think...thank you x
From Blog: Alan J. Mercer's Most Humbling Adventure
Date: 30th July 2010
Hi Erik
Ahh, thanks for those kind words, Erik! Don't worry about our daughter's name - we use the English "Sahai" as most people in the UK would not be able to say "T'sehay" but both are correct :) Good luck with your Amharic study and enjoy winter in AA. At 68 I think you have plenty more projects ahead for sure! Sara is on Facebook but I am not, I'm afraid. If you want a couple of good contacts in Addis we have Ethiopian friends who would be pleased to show you around. Just let us know. Hope to add a few more blogs looking back at our time overseas so please keep an eye on the blog. Ethiopia is a country you cannot forget and every time I manage to do an entry I get to remember the lovely people and the beautiful countryside. Stay tuned! All our very best and an Ethiopian shoulder "bang" from the pair of us :)
From Blog: Alan J. Mercer's Most Humbling Adventure
Hi Erik
Ahh, thanks for those kind words, Erik! Don't worry about our daughter's name - we use the English "Sahai" as most people in the UK would not be able to say "T'sehay" but both are correct :) Good luck with your Amharic study and enjoy winter in AA. At 68 I think you have plenty more projects ahead for sure! Sara is on Facebook but I am not, I'm afraid. If you want a couple of good contacts in Addis we have Ethiopian friends who would be pleased to show you around. Just let us know. Hope to add a few more blogs looking back at our time overseas so please keep an eye on the blog. Ethiopia is a country you cannot forget and every time I manage to do an entry I get to remember the lovely people and the beautiful countryside. Stay tuned! All our very best and an Ethiopian shoulder "bang" from the pair of us :)
From Blog: Alan J. Mercer's Most Humbling Adventure
Date: 29th July 2010
(confidential)
I checked previous entry. Plz excuse my misspelling your daughter's name. <3 Erik
From Blog: Alan J. Mercer's Most Humbling Adventure
(confidential)
I checked previous entry. Plz excuse my misspelling your daughter's name. <3 Erik
From Blog: Alan J. Mercer's Most Humbling Adventure
Date: 29th July 2010
(confidential comment)
Dear Al, I've read every word you have written over the years. You are both incredibly good people, a grace to mankind, and Al is an extremely good writer, with a big heart and sharp itelligence. It's been a privilege to follow you. You have set an example for others to look up to and be inspired by. I'm 68, study Amharic and will spend winter months in AA w/WSG/HCE as 'a working paying guest', my final project in life. Congratulations to Tsehay! I'm on Facebook. Good luck, wish I could hug and kiss you both! Erik, Sweden
From Blog: Alan J. Mercer's Most Humbling Adventure
(confidential comment)
Dear Al, I've read every word you have written over the years. You are both incredibly good people, a grace to mankind, and Al is an extremely good writer, with a big heart and sharp itelligence. It's been a privilege to follow you. You have set an example for others to look up to and be inspired by. I'm 68, study Amharic and will spend winter months in AA w/WSG/HCE as 'a working paying guest', my final project in life. Congratulations to Tsehay! I'm on Facebook. Good luck, wish I could hug and kiss you both! Erik, Sweden
From Blog: Alan J. Mercer's Most Humbling Adventure
Date: 24th July 2010
I loved your photos and post from Ethiopia! I haven't been there yet but always hear incredible things about it, and I admire what you're doing. My blog is looking for travel photos, commentaries, reviews, etc, to share. We will soon have a special section for volunteer posts/info as well. If you have the time, check it out at dirty-hippies.blogspot.com, or email us at dirtyhippiesblog@gmail.com. Continued fun on your travels and good luck with everything! I hope that young man doesn't have rabies. Heather :)
From Blog: Alan J. Mercer's Most Humbling Adventure
I loved your photos and post from Ethiopia! I haven't been there yet but always hear incredible things about it, and I admire what you're doing. My blog is looking for travel photos, commentaries, reviews, etc, to share. We will soon have a special section for volunteer posts/info as well. If you have the time, check it out at dirty-hippies.blogspot.com, or email us at dirtyhippiesblog@gmail.com. Continued fun on your travels and good luck with everything! I hope that young man doesn't have rabies. Heather :)
From Blog: Alan J. Mercer's Most Humbling Adventure
Date: 24th June 2010
i enjoyed your post, especially about Mulatu.
From Blog: Last Exit from Assosa (Ethiopia...and Africa)
i enjoyed your post, especially about Mulatu.
From Blog: Last Exit from Assosa (Ethiopia...and Africa)
Date: 15th June 2010
This was a lovely read. I know he's still very much in all our hearts and two years on is sorely missed. x
From Blog: Will you join me for a beer?
This was a lovely read. I know he's still very much in all our hearts and two years on is sorely missed. x
From Blog: Will you join me for a beer?
Date: 27th May 2010
thanks
i am pleased to say you a little bit , i realy appricate you for your promtion of bg
From Blog: Alan #11 - The Silence of the Lambs
thanks
i am pleased to say you a little bit , i realy appricate you for your promtion of bg
From Blog: Alan #11 - The Silence of the Lambs
Date: 25th May 2010
Such an appropriate name
Sahai is absolutely gorgeous and has definitely brought sunlight to so many people's lives already. Congratulations to you both. It is so lovley to see the photo's, the first I have seen of Sahia as Chris's PC would not send the pictures he had as an attachment for some reason. Lovely blog Al, giving all the emotions, brought tears to my eyes - sentimental ones. Love to you all John and Mary xxxxxxxx
From Blog: The World is Full of Sunshine
Such an appropriate name
Sahai is absolutely gorgeous and has definitely brought sunlight to so many people's lives already. Congratulations to you both. It is so lovley to see the photo's, the first I have seen of Sahia as Chris's PC would not send the pictures he had as an attachment for some reason. Lovely blog Al, giving all the emotions, brought tears to my eyes - sentimental ones. Love to you all John and Mary xxxxxxxx
From Blog: The World is Full of Sunshine
Date: 25th May 2010
Wow - Sara, you are a champ! And your new daughter is absolutely beautiful. Congratulations again to you both and melkam edil (good luck) finding that new balance :) - Amanda
From Blog: The World is Full of Sunshine
Wow - Sara, you are a champ! And your new daughter is absolutely beautiful. Congratulations again to you both and melkam edil (good luck) finding that new balance :) - Amanda
From Blog: The World is Full of Sunshine
Date: 23rd May 2010
Congratulations!
Welcome to the World Sahai
From Blog: The World is Full of Sunshine
Congratulations!
Welcome to the World Sahai
From Blog: The World is Full of Sunshine
Date: 28th April 2010
Hello
Well, I will be in Addis Ababa by september. Hopefully, I wil be working for the Embassy of Morocco for the next four years. My concern is a lot about networking and socializing. As it is a new country to discover, I hope you wil help a little as you can. IDRISS
From Blog: Melkam Ye Ferengi Gena
Hello
Well, I will be in Addis Ababa by september. Hopefully, I wil be working for the Embassy of Morocco for the next four years. My concern is a lot about networking and socializing. As it is a new country to discover, I hope you wil help a little as you can. IDRISS
From Blog: Melkam Ye Ferengi Gena
Date: 5th March 2010
good
Assosa is one of the remote region what the people live in central ethiopia assum but as i percieves that At the movement all thing around the area roads,new technology products like computer etc some what full filled. and i give as a suggestion do more than this to come up this region as good example of all other region in ethiopia with combination of good relation ships betwen different race leave in this region. The first sign of development is the development of mental processing, accept others idea and come up in the same idea by disscusion rather than use other methods.
From Blog: Around the Woredas in 18 days!
good
Assosa is one of the remote region what the people live in central ethiopia assum but as i percieves that At the movement all thing around the area roads,new technology products like computer etc some what full filled. and i give as a suggestion do more than this to come up this region as good example of all other region in ethiopia with combination of good relation ships betwen different race leave in this region. The first sign of development is the development of mental processing, accept others idea and come up in the same idea by disscusion rather than use other methods.
From Blog: Around the Woredas in 18 days!
Date: 27th February 2010
A fabulous entry! Funny and touching. Great stuff. I hope that one day Mulatu will be writing his own blog about his experiences of university and his work as a doctor.
From Blog: Mulatu Melese's Most Excellent Adventure
A fabulous entry! Funny and touching. Great stuff. I hope that one day Mulatu will be writing his own blog about his experiences of university and his work as a doctor.
From Blog: Mulatu Melese's Most Excellent Adventure
Christine
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Emotion
I've discover you've keep on your blog this evening. It's full of emotion and I've no the word to explain my feelings. You're are a very "belle personne" as we say in french, sincerely! Loves Christine
From Blog: Alan J. Mercer's Most Humbling Adventure