WHAT IS THE REAL LOVE

What is love? It is one of the most difficult questions for the mankind. Centuries have passed by, relationships have bloomed and so has love. But no one can give the proper definition of love. To some Love is friendship set on fire for others Maybe love is like luck. You have to go all the way to find it. No matter how you define it or feel it, love is the eternal truth in the history of mankind.  

Love is patient, love is kind. It has no envy, nor it boasts itself and it is never proud. It rejoices over the evil and is the truth seeker. Love protects; preserves and hopes for the positive aspect of life. Always stand steadfast in love, not fall into it. It is like the dream of your matter of affection coming true.   Love can occur between two or more individuals. It bonds them and connects them in a unified link of trust, intimacy and interdependence. It enhances the relationship and comforts the soul. Love should be experienced and not just felt. The depth of love can not be measured. Look at the relationship between a mother and a child. The mother loves the child unconditionally and it can not be measured at all.   A different dimension can be attained between any relationships with the magic of love. Love can be created. You just need to focus on the goodness of the other person. If this can be done easily, then you can also love easily. And remember we all have some positive aspect in us, no matter how bad our deeds maybe. And as God said �Love all� 

Depending on context, love can be of different varieties. Romantic love is a deep, intense and unending. It shared on a very intimate and interpersonal and sexual relationship.  The term Platonic love, familial love and religious love are also matter of great affection. It is more of desire, preference and feelings. The meaning of love will change with each different relationship and depends more on its concept of depth, versatility, and complexity. But at times the very existence of love is questioned. Some say it is false and meaningless. It says that it never exist, because there has been many instances of hatred and brutality in relationships. The history of our world has witnessed many such events. There has been hatred between brothers, parents and children, sibling rivalry and spouses have failed each other. Friends have betrayed each other; the son has killed his parents for the throne, the count is endless. Even the modern generation is also facing with such dilemmas everyday. But �love� is not responsible for that. It is us, the people, who have forgotten the meaning of love and have undertaken such gruesome apathy.

In the past the study of philosophy and religion has done many speculations on the phenomenon of love. But love has always ruled, in music, poetry, paintings, sculptor and literature. Psychology has also done lot of dissection to the essence of love, just like what biology, anthropology and neuroscience has also done to it. 

Psychology portrays love as a cognitive phenomenon with a social cause. It is said to have three components in the book of psychology: Intimacy, Commitment, and Passion. Also, in an ancient proverb love is defined as a high form of tolerance. And this view has been accepted and advocated by both philosophers and scholars.   Love also includes compatibility. But it is more of journey to the unknown when the concept of compatibility comes into picture. Maybe the person whom we see in front of us, may be least compatible than the person who is miles away. We might talk to each other and portray that we love each other, but practically we do not end up into any relationship. Also in compatibility, the key is to think about the long term successful relationship, not a short journey. We need to understand each other and must always remember that no body is perfect. 

• Be together, share your joy and sorrow, understand each other, provide space to each other, but always be there for each others need. And surely love will blossom to strengthen your relationship with your matter of affection 

ETHIOPIA: TPLF not EPRDF against release of CUD leaders

By Wikileaks,

The Tigrayan People's Liberation Front (TPLF) Central Committee on June 23 reluctantly approved the PM's proposal to release the prisoners, but forced a two-week delay in the announcement.  This gives hard-liners in the TPLF, as well as those in the CUD, who oppose any deal with the PM, more time to "deep six" the agreement.  Post urges no public statements during this sensitive period.

During a previously scheduled meeting of the central committee of the ruling Ethiopian People's Revolutionary Democratic Front (EPRDF) on June 23, PM Meles presented his plans to release the CUD detainees on the basis of their statement acknowledging mistakes and agreeing to uphold the constitution. During the meeting, Meles faced sharp criticism from the hard-liners of his own TPLF Central Committee, many of whom vehemently oppose release of the CUD detainees.  They pointed out that a release at this point would amount to circumventing the judicial process, given that the detainees had been convicted, but not yet sentenced (ref  .  They further noted that negative attention coming from American media, as well as from the U.S. Congress, makes any action at this point appear that the GOE capitulated to public pressure.  In the end, after a prolonged debate, PM Meles was able to secure agreement from the Central Committee, but the apparent difficulty he faced in doing so is evidence that the TPLF is not the one-man show that some believe it is. 

In order to secure agreement from the TPLF Central Committee to release the CUD detainees, PM Meles agreed that Ethiopia's High Court would first be permitted to complete the sentencing of those found guilty, scheduled to take place on July 9.  Following that, the detainees who signed the document are expected to be released, and the GOE will issue a statement explaining the move.  PM Meles asked Professor Ephraim to return to Ethiopia at that time, when the Elders are also expected to issue a statement on the release and the need for national reconciliation. 

http://wikileaks.org/cable/2007/06/07ADDISABABA2005.html

Meeting of Ministerial Cabinet concluded in the capital of Asmara

Asmara, 15 September 2011 – The meeting of the Eritrean Cabinet of Ministers which opened at Denden Hall here in the capital yesterday continued also today.

The meeting conducted deliberations on the issue of coordination of national economic and social development plans. Accordingly, it mapped out action programs regarding follow-up and coordination of national plan after conducting discussion on the contribution of projects set for implementation by various sectors, and the economic and financial contribution of such projects to Gross National Product and the success of major national plan; their role in meeting present and future demands of the general public and upgrading the living standard of the people; nurturing the spirit of self-reliance, job creation, introduction of modern technology and developing human resource potential; undertaking studies, gathering and processing information both at the individual, zonal and sector level.    

Proceeding to the financial sector, the Ministerial Cabinet held deliberations on restructuring and plans of the sector, promoting efficiency in revenue and applying modern technology in the task, in addition to the accomplishments registered in expanding inland revenue offices. The meeting also held in-depth deliberations in the issue of budgetary plan.

Furthermore, the Ministerial Cabinet noted the Government’s effective implementation of development plans over the past 13 years, despite the numerous external economic conspiracies and constraints short of incurring excessive debt, besides the availability of limited resources. It further assessed that such an achievement played vital role in ensuring micro-economic stability, thus enabling Eritrea to become a nation with the lowest debt in Africa. The meeting subsequently decided that effective use should be made of available national resources so as to reinforce the pace of development programs, and thereby ensure sustainable economic growth. Likewise, the Ministerial Cabinet meeting conducted extensive discussion regarding the handling of international cooperation.

In the domain of education, the meeting assessed that the commendable achievements scored in the expansion of schools and participation of nationals in education. Nevertheless, it stressed the need to exert vigorous endeavors to improve the quality of education.

Moreover, the meeting held discussion on the tasks accomplished and constraints encountered regarding teacher training, publishing of text books and facilitating the supply of educational materials.  It adopted resolution on mapping out effective strategy for the education sector to give due emphasis to seeing to it that the nation’s resources are put to maximum use through upgrading the level and quality of education, expanding technical and vocational training and increased resort to application of information technology, among other.

The Ministerial Cabinet thoroughly discussed the development of the study and progress for setting  a task force responsible for designing the 5 year Strategic Plan, the document that elucidates the National policy of health and readjusting the organizational structure of the sector. 

In addition, it conducted extensive discussion  after evaluating in detail the proposed plan and budget regarding the establishment of efficient health system, ensuring the availability of health material and facilities, follow-up  and control of communicable diseases, implementation of national vaccination programs, ensuring  safe health  environment, prevention of blindness, development of emergency centers, training of health workers, and the ongoing activities of producing medicines for local use and export.

The Ministerial Cabinet in its deliberation regarding Labor and Human Welfare during which it assessed the endeavors being made to help disadvantaged and non-privileged nationals, it deeply discussed its objectives and result in alleviating social problems. Noting the experience acquired in handling the volcano eruption in the Southern Red Sea region, the meeting discussed the importance of advance preparation in order to minimize the impact of future natural calamities. The Ministerial Cabinet also discussed 5 years plan focusing on the reduction of unemployment, assisting orphans get skill training through long-term loan and controlling the scope of social problems. It also endorsed the plan for conducting research on measures that need to be taken on the part of different sectors to ensure social justice.

The Ministerial Cabinet further discussed the action plan for ensuring the rule of law. The plan in this domain incorporates that of conducting awareness campaign to the public through media outlets and seminars, especially on basic civil and criminal codes. The Ministerial Cabinet also discussed plan pertaining to judicial capacity building, classifying the extent of authority as regards courts and enlarging the infrastructure facilities of justice institutions so as to ensure efficient and timely rendering of services. 

In its deliberations regarding news and information activities, the Ministerial Cabinet closely assessed the political and civic tasks being carried out through media outlets and the arts in strengthening and reinforcing social values.  Noting that the jamming maneuvers resorted to by enemy quarters attests to the strengthen of our media outlets, the Ministerial Cabinet held extensive deliberations regarding the investment that needs to be made in technological development of information networks of radio, television and newspapers so as to become competitive at global level.

It also conducted discussion on involving nationals inside the country and abroad to participate in the activities of the national media, and thereby give added impetus to the work of the nation’s media outlets, besides rebuffing propaganda and cultural ploys of dominance, as well as exposing acts of distorting information, and thus highlight the objective truth in connection with global and multi-faceted scenarios. Moreover, the Ministerial Cabinet meeting approved the future action program of the sector.  

In its discussion concerning diplomatic activities, the Cabinet of Ministers expressed deep appreciation and respect to the Eritrean people inside the country and abroad not only in foiling the illegal Security Council sanctions resolution but also dealing staunch rebuff to the cold war, besides defeating such forces, and the all-round economic, information, political and diplomatic struggle they waged against the same forces. Furthermore, the Cabinet of Ministers assessed the diplomatic tasks accomplished at the level of the President, Ministers, Ambassadors and other delegations towards promoting good-neighborliness for mutual benefit, ensuring regional stability, enhancing bilateral relations, creating the necessary groundwork for annulling the illegal and unjust Security Council sanctions resolution against Eritrea, and putting an end to the occupation of sovereign Eritrean territories. In connection with the outcome of the meetings held with the Security Council and the sanctions committee, the Ministerial Cabinet conducted in-depth discussion on future diplomatic activities.

In conclusion, President Isaias Afwerki gave directives for the drawing up of action programs for 2012-2014 in all sectors by the end of November, taking into account the worthwhile ideas put forth at the Ministerial Cabinet meeting. Thus, the two-day meeting of the Eritrean Cabinet of Ministers concluded.

Saho's land his Golden Tribes

Saho who occupy Eastern foot hills of Akeleguzai and Semhar region of Eritrea are among the country’s longest-established peoples. For over three thousand years of their known history they have watched civilizations flourish and decay with their own lives. Unfortunately, no attempt has been made by Saho scholars or others to document the very rich history and culture Saho’s are endowed with. Therefore, sources regarding social structure, mode of life, history and culture of Saho are scarce.
The information provided on this web is a modest attempt to bridge this gap, initiated by interested Saho individuals, hoping it will attract those who are more knowledgeable and capable Saho and non-Saho individuals or groups to assist with efforts to document Saho history, heritage, and culture.
No official census has yet been made to determine Eritrea’s population. However, it is acknowledged that Saho are the third largest ethnic group in Eritrea. Many Saho observers estimate Saho population as being a little over 10% of Eritrea’s estimated 3.1 million inhabitants.
The overwhelming majority of Saho inhabit Eritrea but there are Saho tribes who reside along the border areas of Eritrea and Tigrai region of Ethiopia.
In Eritrea, Saho mainly dwell in the Eastern foothills of Akele-Saho (aka Akele-guzai) and Semhar occupying 60% or more of the landmass. Saho’s are also found intermingled amongst Tigrinia speaking populace in parts of Eritrea’s highland regions (Akeleguzai, Seraye and Hamasein). They also intermingle with Tigre speaking tribes in Lowland regions (Semhar and Barka) as well as with Afars to the East plains of Samoti and Wangabo.
1. Assa-Awurta and It comprises :
• Fokroti Are
• Lelish Are
• Assa- Kare
• Asa-Lesan
• Sarma Are
           ° Faqih Dik
           ° Urus Abusa
2. Minifre comprises sub groups off:
Gaaso clans comprise:
• Shum Abdalla Gaisha
• Yofish Gaisha
• Shum Ahmad Gaisha
• Silyan Gaish
• Asa-Ushmaal
• Oni - Maal
• Salmunta
• Gadafur

Dasamo clans comprise:
• Abdallah Harak
• Naefie Harak
• Mosat Harak
• Subakum Are
• Daili Are
• Kundes
• Illaishe
• Asa Bora
Faqat Harak comprises
• Faqih Abubakar
• Faqih Omar
• Faqih Ahmad.
Silaita clans comprise
• Hakatti Are
• Qomma Are
• Zella Are
• Halato

• Abbarior
3. Hado ( Hazo) comprise :
• Assa Alila
• Assa Ali Gaisha
• Bukaito
• Hammadi Gaisha
• Hakabi Gaisha
• Hamad Kayoya
• Konsubi fire
• Laa-Asa
• Musa Bago
• Omarto
• Unda Omarto

4. Tarua comprises:
• Sara Are
• Mussa Are
5. Sheikha the confederacy of Sheikha known as “Malhina Meem Bara” are:
• Intile Sheik Are
• Sheik Salum Are (aka as sheikh Mahmoud Dik in Samhar)
• Danagulta
• Hajji Abkur
• Iror Naba
• Edim Bago
• Sheikh Lahlaha
6. Dabri Mela comprise:
• Ala Des Are
• Labhalet Are
7. Hasabat Are
8. Idda
9. Sanafe
10. Baradotta
11. Irob comprises:
• Adgadee Are
• Bouknaitee Are
• Hasaballa
Saho Tribes of Samhar:
Samhar is home to extensive number of Saho tribes and clans who trace their lineage to the larger Saho tribes that are listed above. They include: Tarua, Lahlaha, Tawakalto (aka ad Tawakkal), Eddefer Dik (aka Eddeferari), Chewai Dik, Kadida (aka Ad Qadi), Barole Dik, Idda, Lelish Are, Foqrotti Are, Hajjiabkur, Asa Lesan, Sabbe Dik, Harak Dik, Haggi wad Hamid Are, Shenghebai Dik, Sangor Dik, Khalifa Are, Adulai Are, Minni Are, Shehabi Are, Habona Are, Amir Dik, Zakaria Dik, Shemo Are, Tsewai Are, Hasino Are, Talke Are, Shikan Are, Sadiko Are, Edim Bagi Are, Sheik Humad Arkale Are, Sheik Yassin Are, Ansara Are, Debrom Are, Falul Are, Dini Are, Gubbala Are, Yusuf Are, Unda Ali Are, Haggi Abdu Are, Khalifa Ahmad Are, Nabara Dik, Ali Babu Dik, Gadam Siga Dik.

The Boys

George was planning on going out with "The Boys" when his wife told him that he wasn't leaving the house.

George's Wife: "The last time you went out with your friends you got so drunk that you puked on your shirt."

George: "But Honey, I promise that I wont drink a drop of alcohol all night!"

So after begging his old lady for an hour, George got the OK the go out with the guys as long as he stayed off of the booze.

George met up with the guys at a local bar and proceeded to get shit-faced. After about 3 hours of guzzling liquor, George blew chow all over his shirt.

George: "Shit! The old lady is going to throw my ass out of the house for getting drunk and puking on my new shirt!"

Bill, George's best pal, gave drunk ass George an idea of how to keep from getting in trouble with the wife.

Bill: "All you got to do is have a 14.5€ bill in your hand when you walk through the door. Then, when she accuses you of barfing all over yourself, just tell her that some other drunk puked on you and that he gave you 20 bucks to get the shirt cleaned."

So, when drunk ass George walked into the house with money in hand, his wife was waiting for him in the living room.

Georges wife: "I knew that your drunk ass would spew bile and booze all over that new shirt!"

George: "Honey, let me explain! This drunken fool at the bar puked on me and gave me 20 bucks to have it cleaned."

His wife snatched the money out of his hand and observed that he was holding two14.5€ bills.

George's wife: "Is that so? Then where did the other 14.5€ bill come from?"

George: "Oh, That's from the guy who shit in my pants."