Today started as a routine Saturday morning, walk Shorty, dolaundry, clean the apartment, walk to the bank and grocery store. I also had a mango- imported - and so sweet and delicious. What a treat. The mangoes here are small and very bitter. They are eaten with salt.
In the late morning the homecoming festivities began. There were speeches and then dancing. The "kids" did the stick dances, which are high energy and a real favorite of the audience.
Preparations for the dance. Headresses made, bamboo poles cut for the stick dances, coconut oil to make the skin glisten. Moms, Aunties and Grandmothers play an important role in preparing the dancers ready to perform.
Baby in a traditional basket.
Walking past the traditional men's houses.
Stick dance.
Bill Akers and his wife and granddaughter.
This little girl made a very favorable impression on the crowd. She tried very hard to keep up with the older dancers and did remarkably well. Her Mom should be proud. And she was a joy to watch.
Swirling colors.
Feet off the ground.
Next, will post pictures of the men's standing dance and some videos when I get the chance to edit.
In the late morning the homecoming festivities began. There were speeches and then dancing. The "kids" did the stick dances, which are high energy and a real favorite of the audience.
Preparations for the dance. Headresses made, bamboo poles cut for the stick dances, coconut oil to make the skin glisten. Moms, Aunties and Grandmothers play an important role in preparing the dancers ready to perform.
Baby in a traditional basket.
Walking past the traditional men's houses.
Stick dance.
Bill Akers and his wife and granddaughter.
This little girl made a very favorable impression on the crowd. She tried very hard to keep up with the older dancers and did remarkably well. Her Mom should be proud. And she was a joy to watch.
Swirling colors.
Feet off the ground.
Next, will post pictures of the men's standing dance and some videos when I get the chance to edit.
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