Proof of Carnaval

This is one of the final shots of the day from the crazy scene in the zocalo in Pinotepa Nacional thanks to some guy standing next to me.  Notice that I am with a small young one and holding his arms tightly, as the large ones in this troupe tend to kick, punch and ask for money.  I was leery of these guys because the last time I was here, I was shooting some video of them and basically got mobbed and hit in the family jewels, much to everyone's amusement.  Not a big deal, as this is pretty standard practice for them.  This time I almost escaped, but not quite.  At least I was not writhing on the ground or picked up and carried around as were a few others.  I am headed back over the mountains tomorrow, but this was a really fun and successful trip although it would take time to get used to the heat and humidity.  More when I get back.