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Leisure, the freedom from work or duties, makes possible other types of activities. Informal socializing, sharing snuff, drinking palm wine or beer, or braiding hair often occur in the times set aside from work, such as the early evening hours, the rest days when the earth is not worked, or the times that work is being done by others.
The rhythm of conversation between friends or neighbors is often accompanied by the sharing of tobacco, food, or drink. Tobacco paraphernalia--pipes and, for snuff, mortars, containers, and spoons--often demonstrate great inventiveness and attention to detail. They are objects that when in use are on display. They call attention to themselves and invite admiration.
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