Then we are treated to a surprise bush breakfast with hot Kenyan coffee, fresh baked pastries, omelets made to order, grilled tomatoes and sausages and the juiciest fruits.
And just when I thought it could not get any better we were told that before returning to the Mara Safari Club we were invited to visit a local Maasai village. We were greeted in song by the women. Their brightly colored clothing and beaded jewelry was so beautiful. Then the young teenage men tell us about their responsibilities – primarily school and animal husbandry. They explained the importance of cattle to their culture and then demonstrate the adumu, or jumping dance. A few at a time we are escorted into their timber, grass and mud homes to see where they cook, sleep and escape from the heat of the day. It was such a privilege to be so warmly welcomed into this place. I proudly wear the beaded bangles and necklace that I purchased after our visit.
I can’t imagine a more perfect day, and it is only half way through.
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