joyce's
journey Introduction
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Native Americans
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2 Native American
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3 Native American
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4 Dragons, Dragons
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5 Christmas & more
"We shall not disappear for we and the land are
One." |
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After Grandfather killed the soldier he escaped into
the Texas territory. This is where I believe he met my G.G. Grandmother.
Below are the words I had in my dream.
The Gathering
I am a descendent of the old
ones who have walked this earth before. They talk with me through
my dreams and share their wisdom and truths. "We the people
of this earth are one. We are the caretaker's and care giver's
of this land. Be true to yourself and be honest with others."
The Spirit's of those who have gone before us share many secrets.
"Take not of what you are unwilling to give. Your talents,
dreams and good fortune should be shared. Live in peace and harmony
with the earth and it's creatures. |
This is
'Mikasi' which means Coyote.
he has found his soul mate
In my dreams I could see
him dancing round a fire. |
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For this is the way life
is meant to be. Go first and find yourself before seeking others.
For the true wisdom of life is within." "Oh my children
be kind to yourselves, you are most precious to the Great Spirit.
We who have gone before have completed our circle. It is now
your turn to journey. May it be full of love.
FOR LOVE IS THE ONLY TREASURE
WORTH SEEKING! |
'Chief Sequoya'
was named in honor of the Cherokee warrior
who devised the Cherokee alphabet.
Looking for a home |
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As you might notice, all the Indians have their
mouth's open. I believe that it is time to listen to these gentle
people. Is this not their home? Were they not here first? They
welcomed the people into their homes and then their homes were
taking away. Is this something we want to teach our children? |
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The beauty of these people comes from many
things. Their life style, their sense of family and their understanding
of the land and the creatures that walk upon it.
After a long day of hunting and gathering they would
gather round the fire. If you could stand on a distance hill
you could hear their drums which you could feel within every
bone, right to your toes and you would have a sense of being
one with the Earth and its People.
Here we have a young brave beginning a chant. As you
lean closer you may even hear his song. |
This is
'Night Song'
He's a beautiful singer
Looking for a home |
Since I have no formal
background in design or sculpting. It was exciting to watch the
faces appear. I started first by making a skull piece which I
fired. Than slowly by laying on the clay the faces seem to come
alive. I found that even the teeth seem to be very important.
Each tooth was place in the mouth one by one. Each one also seem
to have his own style of dress.
Gallery 3 |
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The Medician Man was not only a healer but a
honored, trusted member of the tribe. His knowledge of herbs
plants, animals, the seasons and stars and so much more is extremely
important to the tribe. Almost everything he knew was handed
down from generation to generation. He had a name for every tree
and he knew how to use the roots of the plants to heal. Even
today many of the herbs we use we learned from the Medician Man.
He was often called upon for advice in other matters
of the tribe as well. He always has a place of honor in the tribe. |
'Namid'
The Star Dancer
Has found his home |