Timket
In the beginning of January, the people Ethiopia celebrate their Epiphany, Timket. This is a huge celebration that seemed very close to a second line from New Orleans. Of the many parades throughout the city, the parade closest to me was just down my road.
My buddy Mark and I hopped up on his truck and sat on the edge of my road to watch the parade. It was actually quite entertaining. A couple of forenjis (foriegners) sitting on top of a truck watching an Ethiopian Religious Parade. People were taking pictures of us. It was hilarious!
What we saw was pretty amazing though. They gathered at Adam's Pavillion, just about a kilometer and a half away from my road. Priests in robes and men with drums came down the parade. I live just off Gabreille Road (The roads here are named by one of the most recognized buildings or meeting places on that road) The parade eventually comes down gabrielle road and ends at Gabrielle Chuch.
The spot Mark and I had was awesome. The parade stops and an immense amount of singing dancing and drumming commence. It was a great experience.
posted by Cameron | 5:31 PM
2 Comments:
Wow--you're teaching us something new all the time! Thanks also for the pictures of the parade; it looks like a wonderful scene.
Hi Chris,
Today is Fat Tuesday! Mardi Gras in New Orleans! I miss the great food and music. It's great to know that you are having a wonderful time. Continue to share your passion and love for music and life. I am anxiously looking forward to seeing you this summer. There are umbrellas in the parade. So, did you teach them how to Second Line? Love Mom
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