Food For My Deceased Brother's Annual Event
There is a special occasion during celebrations or even during calamities in my area. That is to remember the year of the death of the most beloved person in the family, my only brother. This event is always remembered every year, and now he has entered the third year after his death after the car accident at that time. It's tragic but that's the life of every living soul. Sadness, longing are all mixed up when this event takes place but everything has already happened and this third year I am very sincere if he is gone. The event was very solemn, with the event praying together and eating together that Kemi had prepared with various delicious dishes. and I'm sure praying for him here will make him better in another world there.
There were special dishes served during the event, all served in small serving plates then arranged in a large round tray neatly. The talam is arranged in layers of various types of dishes from fish, meat, shrimp, soup, pergedel to crackers. The various types of food are deliberately prepared to welcome invited guests who will pray for the deceased in another world. This is a belief in our religion that has existed since ancient times. Now every year we usually call religious leaders to pray for the deceased who have passed away.
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The event was held in the evening, I started to get busy in the morning preparing food from various processed meats, shrimps and even fish. I also prepare my local specialty of timpan cake. Preparing everything takes a lot of time I was in the kitchen from morning to evening. Yeah I'm very tired of cooking big for an event like this. But I was helped by my family so that everything felt less heavy alone in the kitchen.
When it was getting late I started to put all the dishes on serving plates, and arranged them in a large tray. As well as adding a portion of rice in the dinner plate.
Yeah here, the dishes are always served with white rice because in my country rice is a staple food that must exist. Ignore the photo of me taking care of things at home and it was taken by accident. Haha
Various types of food have been served, and most importantly this dish is a typical dish of our region, there are various types of white cooking, stir-fried tuna, fried chicken pergedel, pickles, gulai ayam kampung, shrimp sambal to simple vegetable soup.
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e also have a habit of preparing emping melinjo crackers, these crackers are a must-have during festive occasions like this. I don't know why this cracker is a complementary dish.
When the event started I forgot to take pictures of the guests arriving I was so busy at that time that everything felt so fast, and finally the event after praying there was a cake treat for guests but again and again I forgot to take pictures maybe on another occasion I will share it with you.
I'm so glad the guests liked the food, they all ate it with gusto even though there were a few leftovers. But that didn't make me sad and we wrapped it up for the neighbors to take home. This tradition is indeed an interesting thing in our lives here in establishing good relationships among our neighbors like family at times like this.
Well today's event is over, may my late brother be placed in heaven. It's great to be able to pass this well, and I've been more sincere in this third year although it can't be denied that the longing is still lingering in my memory.
About The Author
A woman, firm and stubborn who is called "Nurul", born in July 1993, comes from Indonesia, Aceh province. My daily activity is work.
Besides working, I have several hobbies, namely reading, writing, cooking, gardening, making crafts, and traveling. From this hobby of mine, I will develop some inspiring content for all of you. I am also very happy to discuss positive new things with all of you.
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Thank you very muach @ewkaw and @qurator for curation in my post!
Your brother is now in a better place,that's for sure. Though I know there's still a hint of sadness every time you remember his death.😥
I noticed we have the same culture here in Philippines, every time we prepare foods whether for religious or festivals, we always give our neighbours a food to take out. ❤️
You're right, every time you remember the good times with her, there's a longing that can't be explained. Now he's at peace there!
Really, it's nice to hear that the Philippines also has similarities with Indonesia, which has a culture of wrapping food to bring home. Isn't that very enjoyable?.
I feel sad to read about your brother....well you and your family did well :-) 🤗
We've been happy, even though he left suddenly but 3 years has changed everything now. We believe we are happier in the gym!.
Family love ❤️ never ends. Whetter we are alive or dead, we will continue to be remembered by our loved 🥰 ones.
Your brother will be so happy where he is resting knowing his family and loved 🥰 ones have him in mind always.
As you celebrate and remember him, pray he continue to Rest In Peace ☮️.
So sorry my friend. Sending love ❤️ and hug 🤗.
Thank you for your beautiful words my friend, I believe he is calm and happy there. We will always give our best prayers for her ❤
Always my friend 🥰🌸. We can only pray for our loved 🥰 ones to rest because we know they are with the Lord 🙏
Hug 🤗
Thamk you dear❤
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Allah unke darajjat buland farmae or unhe jannat me aala se aala makaam ataa kare.
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So sorry for your loss, by the way celebrating and remembering the past life of your brother with prayers and food seems truly a a good way for keep the memories alive 🤎
You're right, mourning those who have passed on in this way is a precious moment of remembrance!
Thank you for dropping by my friend!
I thought is only Nigerians that goes by the name Kemi, I never knew Indonesia does too.
By the way,the foods look nice and sorry for the lost also,the memories of him is now blissful I must confess.
@nurfay
Well I think you misunderstood, I mistyped it I mean us. But maybe there are things that are almost similar to kami language and kemi.
I'm glad you stopped by here my friend. Thank you for your beautiful words.
Oooh....
I misinterpreted it.
Don't mention! @nurfay