Yesterday (Friday July 8th African time) we went and visited a Maasai community. As soon as we neared the village, our jeep was surrounded by running kids wanting to shake our hands, say sopei (hello in Maasai), and see if we would offer them any money. After negotiations with the chief we were allowed to visit and interact with the village. Upon getting out of the jeep we were greeted by a welcome dance. The welcome dance was full of jumping and singing. A couple times Nick and Chris were pulled into the semi-circle to join the men in the jumping and then I was pulled into the semi-circle with one of the women to do a little dance. After the dance and a few pictures with the entire group, we were shown the inside of a Maasai hut. The huts are small, but it is amazing how many people could fit in the 2 room hut. Then we did a little shopping and bought some bracelets that the women of the village had made to sell at the market or to foreigners to make some money. Following that, I danced and played with the kids of the village and they got a laugh out of the funny jig I was doing. They were also really fascinated with Chris because of his blond hair and blue eyes. After some more dancing with the kids it was time to say goodbye. Overall this was an experience of a lifetime and it is amazing to see people who have so little but are still laughing and smiling.
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| The kids waiting outside the jeep |
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| Maasai Village Chief |
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| The men getting ready for the welcome dance |
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| Chris joining the men in the dance |
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| Outside of the hut |
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| Us and the entire group |
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