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The WordPress.com stats helper monkeys prepared a 2012 annual report for this blog.
Here’s an excerpt:
600 people reached the top of Mt. Everest in 2012. This blog got about 2,600 views in 2012. If every person who reached the top of Mt. Everest viewed this blog, it would have taken 4 years to get that many views.
A story about a young group of warm hearted, talented, hardworking & cheerful orphans who have an inspiring experience to share.
Well known as the “Abaharanira amahoro Group” in Kinyarwanda which means fighting or struggling to achieve one’s set goal that is peace.
I came across this brave young courageous children at the time when I was at the mountain Gorilla Lodge park, they came all happily and started doing what they are best at Entertaining that is dancing the traditional dance culture of Rwanda… We were so impressed by the amount of passion they put in and how they presented themselves so happy and so united. So after their presentation, I went personally to inquire more about this beautiful n yet so talented group. I was sadden to hear of their other side of their story.
The Old man who is the drummer, happens to be their caretaker, is a very caring and warm hearted person I have ever met across, he started telling us how this young children had to struggle to reach where they are. He later explained that all of their parents were killed during the war that happened in Rwanda 1994, a catastrophe which led to large number of deaths and increase in number of orphans. But luckily for this children, they were helped by some organization which is the one responsible for their catering of their needs and also because of the talent they have, they try to gain something out of it and hence even some of them are able to go to school and be educated. They all live together as a family and one could simply see how so happy and so close they are together.
At the end…I learnt that, in Life one doesn’t need money to be happy but instead one needs to be in an healthy environment where he or she feels is appreciated and loved, that is what I can define happiness…
You could always find this amazing group @Mountain Gorilla lodge park. In RwandaThis is the link>>http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g317075-d1484961-Reviews-Mountain_Gorilla_View_Lodge-Ruhengeri.html
Be inspired.
God bless you.
Umuganda, is a well known term here in Rwanda, where the last Saturday of each month is a National day of community service, during which all the business operations are put at pause so as the people of the nation come together being the men, women and children to participate in this event.it starts from 7am-12pm. These includes: Planting trees, productive Agriculture, building schools for Rwandan children, subscribing to mutual health organization and to promote commerce and business in order to generate wealth.
Date 29/09/2012> Umuganda day.
Venue: Kanombe Kigali,Rwanda
According to the research made for months i have noted that this Act of self sufficiency “Umuganda” has brought a lot of advantages that is Positive Impact to the people of Rwanda and the society at large. The Following are its effects..
>It leads to community spirit and togetherness.
>It creates strong bond between the people.
>It is through this Act of Umuganda, Rwanda can build a united prosperous and self reliant community.
>Children also participate in such beautiful culture; this would hence help in building a very productive and responsible citizens across Rwanda.
It has also made the country well known as a nation of clean city. This is so clearly seen when any one who comes into the country notices a Clean city Indeed!!
Kigali city
Some more photos >>
Young ones with their mum Drinking water after such a long day ☺
Usually after the period of work there is a short briefing (Meeting) where the Chief in charge is the one who brings all the people together and ideas and proposals are made.
I learnt from here the importance of community spirit and togetherness where they all come as one family and try to move on with same spirit.
Lastly to conclude, I would Quote with what once the president of Rwanda Paul Kagame said “ This Umuganda that we are participating in, and want all are to be part of, has a purpose. To awaken Rwandans to know that there is a lot we can achieve with the abilities we possess.”
Hope we can learn out of this example…
Be Blessed.
This is a peek into my world as I see it through my lens. Feel free to gather your comments and insight. Please, enjoy the journey.
Rwandan Dance culture
This time I was out with my colleagues for a weekend Picnic trip.. The place we went was called Mountain Gorilla View Lodge park a really interesting place for one to explore.While i was there I managed to capture the following interesting subjects… I hope u get to enjoy my adventure 
Venue >> Mountain Gorilla Hotel…Rwanda.
Time:9.00am
Virunga Mountain.
The word “sabyinyo” in Kinyarwanda means tooth.Hence the reason why the Mountain shares the word “sabyinyo” due to its look alike tooth structure at its utmost pick of the mountain…
Wooden board Paint placed next to a hotel potraying the gorilla and the famous five volcanic mountain.
A flying Hawk bird which took me for a surprise…
in the Volcanoes National Park the type of vegetation is mostly bamboo and moorland, with small areas of forest.It is a home to an estimated one third of the worldwide mountain gorilla population.
Gorilla in Rwanda Paint.
Gorilla statue
The innocence of this rare specie…
Some Art Galleries i came across done by Unknown Artist…
Rwanda is one of only two countries in which mountain gorillas can be visited safely; gorilla tracking, in the Volcanoes National Park, attracts thousands of visitors per year.Incase for more information please check on this link below>>http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g317075-d1484961-Reviews-Mountain_Gorilla_View_Lodge-Ruhengeri.html
Rwandan Woven Basket “Agaseke”Commonly known as “Agaseke” is one of traditional arts and crafts which are produced throughout the country, it is used for decoration.
Music and dance are an integral part of Rwandan ceremonies, festivals, social gatherings.
Traditional dance
Hydrangea Flowers
Hydrangea commonly known as Hydrangea & Hortensia is the major flower in early summer just in rainy season.
The staircase
The creative staircase made by wood/Timber.
The Fcn Crew My colleguemates
N Finally My amazing colleagues chilling at the Park while Damaris gives us a brief history about Kenya….
Traditional Rwandan Dancer
Thank you for visiting by. Will be posting more>>
God Bless You.
This time I was lucky enough to be invited for an anniversary celebration of a young couple who happen to by my good friends<Fesseha Teame & Meron>.They were celebrating one year anniversary for their marriage. The following are the pictures I took…it was my first time to ever document such moments with my new Dslr Nikon d3100. I hope you will love it. 
Lots of families and friends were invited for this occasion. Indeed What greater blessing to give thanks for at a family gathering than the family and the gathering. ~Robert Brault,
“Happiness is when what you think, what you say, and what you do are in harmony.”
― Mahatma Gandhi
Elias smiling for the camera
awww this is cute:)
“Let us be grateful to the people who make us happy; they are the charming gardeners who make our souls blossom.”
“The best way to cheer yourself is to try to cheer someone else up.”
“HAPPINESS [is] ONLY REAL WHEN SHARED”
Eritrean cuisine is a fusion of Eritrea‘s native culinary traditions that is the main traditional food in Eritrea and Ethiopia. It is tsebhi (stew) served with injera (flatbread made from teff, wheat, or sorghum), and hilbet (paste made from legumes, mainly lentil, faba beans)as shown below. Which is also served with greens<”Hamli” “Alicha” n salad J….yummmy!!
Served Meal “Habesha style”
My sweet mum in the middle <>
Some self portraits of my great friends here in Rwanda.
My Favorite Kid n favorite pic of the nite.
n ooooh thats me there:) with the beautiful Muna.
Ps.Thanx sam for the great shot.
My cute sweet lovely friends.
Habesha smile
The cutting of the cake.>>>
The conclusion part, where the couple get to dance as a sign of togetherness and love.
Lovely couple dancing
N Lastly I would love to send my best wishes to you both on your anniversary, May the love that u share Last your lifetime through, As u make a wonderful pair. Happy Wedding Anniversary “FISH AND MERON
Love and Happiness combined together would result to this pic.
GOD BLESS YOU ALL.
Eritrea is a country in the horn of Africa its capital city is Asmara. It is bordered by Sudan in the west, Ethiopia in the south, and Djibouti in the southeast.The northeast and east of the country has an extensive coastline on the Red Sea.The following are some of the photos i took while i was there. A very hospitable and one of the most beautiful, clean cities in the world i have ever seen and plus not forgetting the people who are so hospitable and welcoming. I would highly recommend a worthy place to visit/tour during summer break..You will never regret
Asmara is situated at an altitude of 2350 meter and has a population close to 4000000.Originally a commercial centre.
Eritrea’s size is approximately 117,600 km2 (45,406 sq mi) with an estimated population of 6 million.
Asmara the capital city of Eritrea is a great city. It is Africa’s hidden treasure with all its Art deco structures which is full of Italianate architecture in the art deco style of the 1920s and 1930s.
Broad palm tree lined boulevards cafes;lead through to well tended public gardens;elegant places .
I was lucky together with my sister to meet the famous designer clothing of Eritrea called Mr Muller.He brings out the beauty of habesha clothing’s Kidan Habesha,Chiffon (clothing),Netela,Zuria.
In Eritrea Christianity makes up 64% of the population with Islam making up 37% with the majority of Christians are oriental Orthodoxy and few Roman Catholicism.
The culture and the hospitality is also seen during gathering of family and friends while eating the famous meal which is called Injera.Which is Served with slow-cooked stews made of beef, lamb or chicken and a hot pepper-paste “ berbere”. Eritreans like their food spicy.
Eritrea also known as the the nation of cycling. It is the only country in the world where cycling is its largest national sport. This I saw it for myself, almost every places we passed there were always group of cyclist on their daily routine exercise.
I was fortuned to also go to Massawa.
Massawa, also known as Mitsiwa and Batsi was the capital of the Italian Colony of Eritrea until this was moved to Asmara in 1900.
The North of Massawa is the white sandy beach of Gurgusum. The beaches are clean and uncrowded. It is a good place to sunbathe, for swimming, sailing, (scuba) diving or snorkeling and also hang around with your friends and family.
Although the places of interest all are within a distance of less then 5 kilometers of the Dahlak Hotel and Hotel Central, one is strongly advised to take a bottle of water on every trip when traveling to or walking in the surroundings of Massawa (and the Dahlak Islands) since there is usually high temperatures .
The following are some beautiful Scenarios Views i came across.. So beautiful so Eritrea!!!
Another interesting Fact i came to know while i was in some restaurant was that Eritrea/Ethiopia which was by then one nation was the third country to ever win the African cup of Nation in 1962.I Managed to take the picture of the team which was put on the wall frame.
To conclude, The journey to my home land country would be something that i will never forget. Learnt a lot of things from different people (family/friends)i came across. Eritrea a country rich of history culture and brave loving people. You all should try to visit.. you will love it!!
Eritrea, i love you.
As i officially today open my blog, i would love to thank the Lord for every thing he has done for me. My wish and hope is to bring hope and happiness to these beautiful world we are living in and especially to the people who have lived a hard life situation and have not yet given up.
The supreme happiness of life is the conviction that we are loved.
We should all know that God is with us, He will go before, He will never leave us, God is for us, He has open arms, He will never fail us, lifted up, defeated the grave, raised to life, our God is able, in His name we overcome, for the Lord our God is able and so we have a role to play on this earth to love each other and help those who are in need of help.
Lastly, i would love to end my first blog with a bible verse in 1 Corinthians :13 that says “If I speak in the tongues of men or of angels, but do not have love, I am only a resounding gong or a clanging cymbal. If I have the gift of prophecy and can fathom all mysteries and all knowledge, and if I have a faith that can move mountains, but do not have love, I am nothing. If I give all I possess to the poor and give over my body to h
ardship that I may boast, but do not have love, I gain nothing.
Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.
Love never fails. But where there are prophecies, they will cease; where there are tongues, they will be stilled; where there is knowledge, it will pass away. For we know in part and we prophesy in part, but when completeness comes, what is in part disappears. When I was a child, I talked like a child, I thought like a child, I reasoned like a child. When I became a man, I put the ways of childhood behind me. For now we see only a reflection as in a mirror; then we shall see face to face. Now I know in part; then I shall know fully, even as I am fully known.
And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love.”
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