Monday, June 16, 2008

ETHIOPIA: Wedding


Dawit and Mahlet, two employees at Mr. Martin’s Cozy Place, were married earlier in the week and had their reception in the guesthouse courtyard Sunday night.

It was as joyous and fun an event as any wedding. Family, friends, and those who happened to be staying at the guesthouse Sunday night were all in attendance to celebrate and wish these two well.

An Ethiopian coffee ceremony occurred, a DJ was brought in, two goats slaughtered the previous day were cooked on an open fire and served to the guests along with other fare. Some fireworks and much dancing ensued.

The wedding reception:

The happy couple:

Dinner being prepared:

The dance floor:

2 comments:

Geraldine Tan said...

Lelelele!

dennis said...

I was remiss to not mention the rhythmic clapping and tongue-twisting lelelele! while the couple entered the reception area. I just clapped (out of rhythm) because I can't make those sounds.