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ya ta say shils aash,

I agree about the picture, Vance, it looks like a Native American woman and child praying.

Today, November 24th., is Native American Day.
I hope we all honor our Native friends and family, especially our elders. But, not just today.....every day.

I would like to offer:

Native American
Code of Ethics:


Rise with the sun to pray. Pray alone. Pray often. The Great Spirit will listen, if you only speak.

Be tolerant of those who are lost on their path. Ignorance, conceit, anger, jealousy and greed stem from a lost soul. Pray that they will find guidance.

Search for yourself, by yourself. Do not allow others to make your path for you. It is your road, and yours alone. Others may walk it with you, but no one can walk it for you.

Treat the guests in your home with much consideration. Serve them the best food, give them the best bed and treat them with respect and honor.

Do not take what is not yours whether from a person, a community, the wilderness or from a culture. It was not earned nor given. It is not yours.

Respect all things that are placed upon this earth�whether it be people, animal or plant. Honor the Spirit in all things.

Honor other people�s thoughts, wishes and words. Never interrupt another or mock or rudely mimic them. Allow each person the right to personal expression.

Never speak of others in a bad way. The negative energy that you put out into the universe will multiply when it returns to you. All persons make mistakes. And all mistakes can be forgiven. Bad thoughts cause illness of the mind, body and spirit. Practice optimism.

Nature is not for us, it is a part of us. They are part of your worldly family.

Children are the seeds of our future. Plant love in their hearts and water them with wisdom and life�s lessons. When they are grown, give them space to grow.

Avoid hurting the hearts of others. The poison of your pain will return to you.

Be truthful at all times. Honesty is the test of ones will within this universe.

Keep yourself balanced. Your mental self, spiritual self, emotional self, and physical self�all need to be strong, pure and healthy. Work out the body to strengthen the mind. Grow rich in spirit to cure emotional ails.

Make conscious decisions as to who you will be and how you will react. Be responsible for your own actions.

Respect the privacy and personal space of others. Do not touch the personal property of others�especially sacred and religious objects. This is forbidden.

Be true to yourself first. You cannot nurture and help others if you cannot nurture and help yourself first.

Respect others religious beliefs. Do not force your belief on others.

Share your good fortune with others. Participate in charity. Be willing to give back to the people, so that People will live.

Very wise words. Agreed? I am sorry that I do not know the author.

Welcome to the "campfire", Erica! Please do not be shy, write anything you choose here. As you see, "things" are very relaxed here.

Has anyone heard from, or know anything about DawnEagle? She has not been here is such a long time. Should we be concerned?

Until next time, I leave you with my favorite saying:
wakan tanan kici un.....May the Great Spirit Bless You.

ka dish day,
kimi kaya

Yes I havent seen DawnEagle in a long time either. Does anyone know how to get a hold of her to make sure everything is okay?

Hello everyone. Thanks for posting the Native American code of ethics, kimikaya. I printed it out & read it often for inspiration and guidance.

Is anyone else out there a fan of Leslie Marmom Silko's literary works? I finished Ceremony & am currently reading Almanac of the Dead. The latter is disturbing at times but very powerful.

I also have a question for everyone. Where do you go or what do you do for spiritual guidance/growth? Lately I've been feeling the need to develop my own spirituality & have felt dissatisfied with relying on books & independent spiritual practices ... i.e. yoga, meditation.

Stay warm this holiday season!

In peace,
Erica

Christ Tunpi Le Mita Cola.

"A NATIVE CHRISTMAS STORY"


We never knew of Christmas,

A certain day to celebrate.

We enjoyed many festivities,

On one we did not concentrate.


Then the "white eyes" came,

Taught us their civilized ways.

Of a man named Jesus,

And how we should listen to his ways.


How he was born on a night,

As a special star lit the sky.

How beings called Angels,

Sang about wonderful things on high.


The exchanging of gifts and love,

With family and friends.

This was a wonderful way,

To watch winter transcend.


We learned of a holiday,

Growing with much fame.

Its about love and Christ.

Christmas is its name.

Author Unknown

May You all be Blessed with His Love.

Wakan Tanan Kici Un.
kimi kaya

Hello for everyone and Happy New Year 2008.
How is your life?
And Greetings from cold Finland

Hello to all and blessings to each of you. I am the new Native American editor and have really enjoyed reading all your entries here at the Campfire. You all sound like very spiritual and loving people and I would like to join you in discussions. I would love it, Connidee, if you could Smudge for me and teach me how to do this. Since I am new here I need the blessings and cleansing you can offer.
I will return soon with some stories or other useful or interesting info. May the Great Spirit bless you all.

Another new one! Wow, welcome!

Ya Ta Say Phyllis,

I, too, would like to Welcome You and wish You much Success and Happiness in your new endevor. Pilamaya!

The campfire had all but gone out. I was sad to see this as I loved the stories and all other entries. I especially loved the people that sat around the fire and added "sticks" to it. I feel they all became my Friends! I missed them.
Oh Yes! We had marshmellows Too! *grin*

I shall add to the fire and hope to come back with a story. I now pass the "Talking Stick" to my Friends.

And to All I would like to say:

Wakan Tanan Kici Un, May the Great Spirit Bless You.

Ka Dish Day, Until We Meet Again
Nayeli,
kimi kaya

Ya Ta Say, Kimi.
Thank you for your welcome and encouragement. Maybe with your help we can rekindle the Campfire and bring in more storytellers to share with us. I truly appreciate and welcome readers like you to our forum and Campfire.

I will come up with some stories soon to help our fire glow brighter. If there are any of you standing around the outer rim of the fire glow, we encourage you to enter and be a part of the joy of sharing.

Walk in peace and many blessings to you.

Thank you for inviting me into your campfire. I like it here