I gotta tell you Derka I think this board is one of the most unique places on the internet. That is really freaking awesome to hear this. I mean of all the things I thought I'd read about on this board, well, this story would not have been one of them. I am thoroughly impressed that you can speak some Amharic. I am learning the language right now. Having to rewire my brain to learn Amharic has been fun. I can pick up accents really quickly so saying the words with an Ethiopian accent has helped me learn it. Fun language to be honest.
You're good people @Derka. Ask your friend if he has any places he thinks I should hit up in September. I am going for the entire month to Addis Ababa. Gonna rent a car and see the Blue Nile, the waterfall, the Great Rift Valley among other places. I'd love to hear some ideas to go see while I am there. Maybe you should see about heading over there too.