Happy New Year 2003!
Wait, What!? Yep, In Ethiopia they still follow the Julian calender, which is divided up in 12 months of 30 days and then a 13th month which has 5 days or 6 days during leap year. The Ethiopian calendar is also seven years and eight months behind the Gregorian calendar, so September 2010 is Meskerem 2003 in Ethiopia. http://www.rastaites.com/Ethiopia/newyear.htm
When Makeda, the Queen of Sheba, returned to Ethiopia after her famous visit to King Solomon, her chiefs welcomed her forward by giving her "enku" or jewels. Enkutatash which means "gift of jewels"' has been celebrated ever since in spring. Meskerem is seen as a month of transition from the old year to the new. It is a time to express hopes and dreams for the future.
i was trying to find a video to post but couldn't find one, until i read Erica's blog. It was too fun not to post!
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