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26 July 2004 Maasai Mara National Reserve

My Turn To Jump!

These young, single Maasai in brown robes also take a turn at jumping. I have been told that because these guys in brown have not been initiated as warriors yet, they are often ridiculed and looked down upon by their senior tribe members! They are even required to dress differently to set them apart from the "real" men such as everyone else around them! However, they will not be discouraged and are determined to join in the sport to prove themselves. Although they are not yet warriors, it is commonly perceived among girls that the higher a man can jump, the more attractive he is! So this guy is trying hard!


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nomada16-Oct-2005 11:14
Fantastic capture