We The First People
I'm proud to belong to one of the original clans
Whose Ancestors occupied all of these lands
Before we were found by some wandering seaman
Who knew just where he was - and we became “Indians”.
Tell me about our history, a tear will glisten
Stories of how life use to be, bring a rueful smile
Drums talk to me of our victories, I will listen
and flutes will find me dreaming all the while
In order to “save” us, they killed us
Our peaceful cultures were “dangerous”
And they thought they could just ravage us
But by fighting back, we became “savages”.
Call us lazy indeed - we're not driven by their greed
To gather materials about them
But my question is, how did we exist,
FOR HUNDREDS OF CENTURIES WITHOUT THEM
In the wood, I lie dreaming
Watching images of that yet to come
Stories weave in the air around me
With the history that creates what I am
On the Earth I lie dreaming
Warmed by the sun Cooled by the breeze
Listening to secrets Whispered by the wind
Whirling through the mind of a paradox living
In the winter I lie dreaming
Waiting for the song that signals me to wake
The joining of history with myth and story
Twining around what I am,,,what I shall forever be
In the wood I lie dreaming
Waking softly to a life constant, ever-changing lived joyfully.
Ancient wisdom teaches that we must become that which we believe. The forgotten link is the heart center...........it is the heart that supplies the brain with vibrational information instructing us on what to do next. It is said the heart receives its messages from Mother Earth.....and the Earth from Spirit. As the Earth raises her vibrations, and as we enter this wonderous time, ------------the Shift of the Ages, so must all living beings
I AM MY POWER, TAUGHT BY EAGLE
I AM PEACE, TAUGHT BY THE SMALLEST WINGED ONE
I AM COMPASSION, TAUGHT BY OUR MOTHER EARTH
It is compassion that will help us to raise our own vibrations ....... it is how we will be able to enter the Fifth World of Illumination -------A time of peace at last.
We all walk with Spirit.
Sometimes they are our guides in another dimension.
Sometimes spirit takes the form of animals or birds.
Sometimes an angel appears and walks with us.
The experience is transformational - alchemical.
As consciousness evolves - we become more aware of spirit in its many forms.
Recently, when I was with a friend recently, they mentioned sensed - my spirit guide walking alongside us both and in my home.
A nother friend, also mentioned the presence of spirit walking with them.
many of my friends have reported knowing thepresence of spirit and how they tap into their messages.
These people report a feeling of protection by the spirits who touch their lives.
This is also accompanied by a feeling of deja vu.
I have always experienced spirit with me - so this is nothing new - but it is wonderful to know that others are becoming more aware.
Many of the spirit walking share there storys with people.
Speaking of spirits I was sent a message. And the blue light in this case is light refraction - but its presence is spirits way of saying, "I am here."
"I have become interested in learning all I can about Spirit Guides and would like to share with you,That finding your spirit guide cold be in form of animal or human images. I believe mine to be a white hourse that has lead me, to be my Spirit Guide, and think he is beautiful, I dream of him often, and cannot imagine my life without him now that I have discovered him."
Have you ever felt the presence of spirits walking with you?
Prayer for Family
Grandfather hear my offering.
Grandfather I lift my voice to you,
HE that is above all.
It is you, Grandfather, that holds
The four winds in your hand.
Grandfather, it is you that has
Made the day and the night.
It is you, Grandfather, that has
Put breath in my lungs.
My strength, my spirit,
Grandfather, are your gifts.
I ask, Grandfather, that
You protect my campsite.
That my children grow up under
Your eyes as well as mine.
Grandfather, I offer up my prayer
With all honor.
Grandfather, hear my pleas.
My pleas for my family.
Let not my enemies overtake us.
Grandfather, send forth your Watchman
To guard our camp.
The eagle has taken my prayers
Upon his wings Grandfather
My grandfather is the fire
My grandmother is the wind
The Earth is my mother
The Great Spirit is my father
The World stopped at my birth
and laid itself at my feet
And I shall swallow the Earth whole
when I die
and the Earth and I will be one
Hail The Great Spirit, my father
without him no one could exist
because there would be no will to live
Hail The Earth, my mother
without which no food could be grown
and so cause the will to live to starve
Hail the wind, my grandmother
for she brings loving, lifegiving rain
nourishing us as she nourishes our crops
Hail the fire, my grandfather
for the light, the warmth, the comfort he brings
without which we be animals, not men
Hail my parent and grandparents
without which
not I
nor you
nor anyone else
could have existed
Life gives life
which gives unto itself
a promise of new life
Hail the Great Spirit, The Earth, the wind, the fire
praise my parents loudly
for they are your parents, too
Oh, Great Spirit, giver of my life
please accept this humble offering of prayer
this offering of praise
this honest reverence of my love for you.
"Oh, Great Spirit, whose voice I hear in the wind,
Whose breath gives life to all the world.
Hear me; I need your strength and wisdom.
Let me walk in beauty, and make my eyes ever behold the red and purple sunset.
Make my hands respect the things you have made and my ears sharp to hear your voice
Make me wise so that I may understand the things you have taught my people.
Help me to remain calm and strong in the face of all that comes towards me.
Let me learn the lessons you have hidden in every leaf & rock.
Help me seek pure thoughts & act with the intention of helping others.
Help me find compassion without empathy overwhelming me.
I seek strength, not to be greater than my brother, but to fight my greatest enemy - Myself.
Make me always ready to come to you with clean hands and straight eyes.
So when life fades, as the fading sunset, my spirit may come to you without shame.
O Great Creator,
I come before you in a humble manner
and offer you this sacred pipe.
With tears in my eyes and an ancient song from my heart
I pray.
To the four powers of Creation,
To the Grandfather Sun,
To the Grandmother Moon,
To the Mother Earth,
And to my ancestors.
I pray for my relations in Nature,
All those who walk, crawl, fly, and swim,
Seen and unseen,
To the good spirits that exist in every part of Creation.
I ask that you bless our elders and children and families and friends,
And the brothers and sisters in prison.
I pray for the ones who are sick on drugs and alcohol
And for those homeless and forlorn.
I also pray for peace among the four races of humankind.
May there be good health and healing for this Earth,
May there be Beauty above me,
May there be Beauty below me,
May there be Beauty in me,
May there be Beauty around me.
I ask that this world be filled with Peace, Love and Beauty.
Alligator-Stealth, Survival
Ant-Patience, Diligence and Work
Antelope-Taking Action
Armadillo-Boundaries, Self Protection
Badger-Aggressiveness, Passion and Drive
Bat-Death and Rebirth on Personal, Spiritual Level
Bear-Gentle Strength, Introspection and Dreaming
Beaver-Building, Accomplishing Goals
Bee-Service, Gathering, Community
Bird-Unity, Freedom, Community
Buffalo-Abundance, Survival Needs Met, Good Fortune, Healing
Butterfly-Self Transformation, Balance, Grace
Bumblebee-Honesty, Pure Thinking, Willingness and Drive
Caribou-Travel and Mobility
Cougar- Power, Swiftness, Balance
Coyote- "The Trickster" , Humor, Charm, Folly of Self-Deception and Survival
Crane-Water, End of Summer, Migration
Cricket-Singing, Spring, Fertility
Crow-Sacred Law, Gateway To Supernatural, Shape Shifting, Illusion
Deer-Gentleness, Compassion and Kindness
Dog-Protection and Loyalty
Dolphin-Joy, Harmony, Intelligence, Self Connection
Dove-Love, Gentleness and Kindness
Dragonfly-Dreamtime, Illusion, Spring, Water
Dolphin-Life Force, Rhythm and Breath
Eagle-Spirit Connection to Higher Realms, Courage
Elk-Stamina, Pride, Power, Majesty
Feather-Spirit
Firefly-Communication, Illumination
Fish-Water, Current, Flow of Life From the Earth
Fox-Camouflage, Adaptability and Integration
Frog-Fluidity, Water and Rain, Cleansing and Tears
Goat-Tenacity, Diligence
Goose-Safe Return, Love of Home
Hawk-Strength, Foresight, Truth
Hedgehog-Self Preservation
Heron-Patience, Grace
Horse-Physical and Spiritual Power, Carrier Of Burdens
Hummingbird-Pure Love and Joy, Celebration of Life
Ladybug-Delight, Trust
Lion-Pride, Nobility, Cunning, Courage
Lizard-Dreaming, Foresight, Ancient Secrets
Loon-Peace, Tranquility, Generosity
Lynx-Keeper of Mystical Secrets
Moose-Self Esteem, Assertiveness
Mountain Lion-Wisdom and Balance in Leadership
Mouse-Scrutiny, Attention to Detail
Opossum -Strategy and Diversion
Otter-Earth and Water, Balanced Feminine Energy
Owl-Clairvoyance, Magic, Astral Projection
Parrot Feather-Bringer of Essential Rain and Seed
Peacock-Recognition, Self Assurance, Pride
Pelican-Abundance, Plenty
Pheasant-Warning, Concealment
Porcupine-Gentle Innocence and Trust
Quail-Protectiveness, Group Harmony
Rabbit-Fear, Overcoming Limiting Beliefs
Raccoon-Curiosity, Inquisitiveness
Ram-Strength, Determination
Raven-Bringer of Magic and Light, Creation and Knowledge
Roadrunner-Speed, Agility
Salmon-Dependability and Renewal
Sandpiper-Foraging, Scavenging, Quickness
Scorpion-Defense, Self Protection, Biting Truth
Seagull-Carefree Attitude, Versatility, Freedom
Seal-Inquisitiveness, Organization, Contentment
Snake-Transmutation, Life Cycles
Skunk-Reputation, Respect, Caution
Snail-Perseverance, Determination
Snake-Power, Life Force, Sexual Potency
Spider-Weaving, Symbolism
Squirrel-Gathering, Preparation, Thrift
Swan-Grace, Surrender to the Universal Plan
Tadpole-Fertility and Renewal, Transformation
Turkey-Give Away, Sacrifice of Self and Others
Turtle-Mother Earth, Protection
Weasel-Stealth, Information Gathering
Whale-Historical Record Keeper, Traveler, Guardian
Wolf-Teacher of New Ideas and Wisdom, Intense Loyalty with Balance of Independence
Woodpecker-Change, Persistance
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