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Today, Summer and Kwanita guided us all in a cooking session. We discovered how to prepare several delicious dishes, marking what I believe will be the first of many collaborative cooking days. Belleniko contributed her own special ingredients, resulting in some intriguing dishes!
This Wednesday, we visited the Mana Shrine. People offered rocks to appease the mana gods and boost the yield and quality of the food we harvest. Later, we bathed near the pink dolphins and then returned home for a party with Diana playing the drums.
Today we had the Tapi Animal Ritual. Led by Shaman Whisper and Elder Summer, the event was filled with joy and reverence, honouring the animals who enrich our lives. We first blessed the Tribe Xerimbabos, Tasa, Nevuno, Guinnes and Pouty and then the various animals people brought, from monkeys and birds to noble horses and even a snake. Whisper, performed a sacred prayer of thanks, and we offered gifts at an altar for the mystical Curupira, the guardian of our jungle. The ceremony concluded with a captivating tale of the Curupira, reminding us of our duty to respect the harmony of the jungle. Blessed with good cheer amidst vibrant fauna, the ceremony served as a beautiful reaffirmation of our commitment to coexist with nature.
Naked Wednesday at the Red Coast
This Naked Wednesday, we came together at the newly discovered lake on the Red Coast. The majority of us arrived safely by canoe, though Karto’s group, traveling by boat, unfortunately sank en route. After receiving the shaman’s prayer and blessing, we made our way back on foot, concluding the day with our triditional dance around the campfire.
Last Saturday, we came together for the wedding of Jonas and Eastonia, a celebration full of love and unity.
Many guests from across the jungle attended, including representatives from various tribes, making it a very special event. The ceremony was romantic, led by Shaman Whisper with help from Kwanita.
Summer had beautifully decorated the camp with a nice party setup, so after the ceremony, everyone partied all night with the newlyweds.
Congratulations, Jonas and Eastonia!
During a lengthy and rather boring Elder meeting, it was decided to reinstate regular Naked Wednesdays. The events will be smaller in scope, usually a bath, ceremony and dancing, but occasionally we’ll venture out for collective activities as well.
Today involved a bath and dancing with music provided by the Xoco and Alli. It was nice to be together again and also nice to see the Seekers back at our Wednesday gatherings.
This Wednesday, the tribe participated in a protection ritual to shield themselves from the plague spreading through the jungle. The aim is to stay safe and secure until Saturday’s vaccination event at Chaos.
Today marked the final day of Fishing Week. We began with the closing ritual known as the Thanking of the Waters, a heartfelt tribute to the rivers and lakes that nourish our community. Afterwards Bubba delivered what would surely have been a moving closing speech, although much of it was lost to the lively chatter and small talk from the Xoco.
Continuing the festivities, we hosted our traditional Fishing Week Race, which this year featured barrels instead of canoes. The competition was fierce but friendly. Goo’s impressive skills earned her 1st place, while Micke took a close 2nd, and Helen secured a respectable 3rd place. Thank you for all that came and particiapted in Fishing Week
Today, we enjoyed a special event celebrating the Muiraquita. Whisper shared the captivating tale of the Icamiaba tribe and the green stones they discovered in a river. After the story, we all headed outside for a fun quest to find our own green stones and feathers, just like the Icamiaba did long ago. Once we gathered our materials, we spent some peaceful time creating necklaces, feeling connected to the past through this simple activity.
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