This Wednesday, the shaman had the men perform the Vitality Dance for the women of the tribe. There was a lot of dancing, shaking, and gyrating, all to please the women and gain their favor. After the dance, both men and women felt the need for a cool bath in…
Read the entry →Thursday was a special day, marked by the Blue Virility Ritual, one of the most eagerly awaited traditions for the Tapi. On this day, the Shaman honored the Tapi men and close friends of the tribe by painting them blue. It is believed that this blue paint…
Read the entry →The 14th Naked Wednesday was a bit special. All the healers in the north blessed sage and painted symbols on stones. The stones were placed in various locations, and it's important that for a week, people help "energize" the stones...
Read the entry →The sixth day of Fishing Week the Shaman painted the men of the tribe and friends blue for increased stamina, virility and fertility.
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