My host father in Thies told me that the reason the Senegalese dance so much and so joyously is to forget about all the problems they live with on a daily basis. They really let loose and enjoy themselves.


More dancing at the baptism. Notice the "petit pagne" under her dress.


I go to the beach to relax and catch some waves. The Senegalese go to set their nets in the surf and make a living.


Ladies cooking up the sheep for lunch at the baptism


Isn't this guy fantastic?