From mom, 10/31

Fresh passion fruit from a street seller who came on the bus.

Anyone who has visited a third world country will understand my relief at seeing this sight 😊

Artwork is everywhere in the beautiful Haile resort.

From dad 10/31

Relaxing at Haile Resort on the banks of beautiful Lake Hawassa.

From mom 10/30

With Erica’s host mother at her site in Tugo.

Two of these girls are the daughters of the health education worker whom Erica has worked with for over a year. They love having photos taken and then looking at them. So sweet

So many beautiful children in Tugo.

The coffee ceremony is an important part of life in Ethiopia. We were served coffee at every home we visited. The beans are roasted, ground and brewed as you chat. In Tugo coffee is often served with salt instead of sugar.

It’s fortunate that we both like coffee although I don’t need to try it again with salt!

From dad 10/30

A few images from a visit to Erica’s site near Tugo, Ethiopia: her home, the road down the village & Debbie with new friends.

Sleeping arrangement at Erica's.

It was fascinating accompanying Erica on a home visit in her role as Peace Corps volunteer in Ethiopia: meet with family, be welcomed with coffee ceremony, surrounded by children.

From dad 10/28

Morning visitor outside our room at the Lewis Resort in Hawassa, Ethiopia

Scenes from Hawassa, Ethiopia: Main Street & sculpture of False Banana plant, symbol of Hawassa w/Mosaic of Sidama cultural scenes.

We’re enjoying the Lewis Resort in Hawassa, Ethiopia with a beautiful lakefront room.

Dining pleasures in Hawassa: lunch in a hut-style room & wonderful cup of coffee in coffee shop.

Animals in Hawassa: Mirabou stork & monkeys everywhere.

From mom 10/28

Hawassa, Ethiopia

This beer has been very popular with Mark and Erica.

Beautiful Lake Hawassa

We're going to Erica's site soon. Ben in touch in a few days! Feeling excited to understand more about her daily life.

From mom 10/27

OMG we just arrived at the fabulous Lewis Resort in Hawassa. Paradise!

The Lewis Resort is right on Lake Hawassa!

From dad 10/26

First group of photos from Addis Ababa: Scenes from the National Museum of Ethiopia with our guide and the famous skeleton of Lucy.

On our first full day in Addis Ababa we got a tour of the city. Here are some scenes: former palace of Emperor Haille Sellasie, now Ethnographic Museum, emperor’s bed & historic king.

More from Addis Ababa: View of City of 5 million from on top of mountain w/women carrying loads of sticks and images from huge central market.

Third group from Addis: Scenes from amazing restaurant- Yod Abysina - with music & dancing.

From mom 10/26 evening

Photos can hardly do justice to the fabulousness of Yod Abyssinia in Addis. Music, dancing, delicious food and honey wine (Tej)

We follow Erica like ducklings!