Native American Indian Drum Group

Last night Debbie & I were honored to be able to sit and drum with a local Drum Group here in Corpus Christi, Texas led by Larry Running Turtle Salazar, a local leader of the South Texas Alliance of Indigenous People.  He’s working in conjunction with Dr. Fred M. McGhee, Ray McMurray, and Dave McGary to build a bronze sculpted monument to be erected at the site of a historic Indian burial ground.  The proposed site is known as 41NU2 by the Texas Archeological Research Laboratory.  This location is the second largest Indian burial ground in the state of Texas according to evidence found in the 1930′s.  For more information please contact Larry at lrunningturtles@aol.com or www.ccbirding.com

To help and to donate please go to this site for further information www.theprogressivecenter.com

Some time the creator and our ancestors speak through others to reach us.  I believe this is one of those moments.  The below was sent to me by a friend, just as I’m searching through my mind to make the right decisions.  The path we follow on the road is intersected by many others, and if we are still enough to listen.  The wisdom is revealed in the beauty of the world.

Squirrel Medicine

Native Americans considered all living beings as brothers and sisters that had much to teach including squirrels. These small creatures taught them to work in harmony with the cycles of nature by conserving for the winter months during times when food was plentiful. In our modern world, squirrels remind us to set aside a portion of our most precious resources as an investment in the future. Though food and money certainly fall into this category, they are only some of the ways our energy is manifested. We can conserve this most valuable asset by being aware of the choices we make and choosing only those that nurture and sustain us. This extends to the natural resources of our planet as well, using what we need wisely with the future in mind.

Saving and conservation are not acts of fear but rather affirmations of abundance yet to come. Squirrels accept life’s cycles, allowing them to face winters with the faith that spring will come again. Knowing that change is part of life, we can create a safe space, both spiritually and physically, that will support us in the present and sustain us in the future. This means not filling our space with things, or thoughts, that don’t serve us. Without hoarding more than we need, we keep ourselves in the cyclical flow of life when we donate our unwanted items to someone who can use them best. This allows for mor e abundance to enter our lives, because even squirrels know a life of abundance involves more than just survival.

Squirrels use their quick, nervous energy to enjoy life’s adventure. They are great communicators, and by helping each other watch for danger, they do not allow worry to drain them. Instead, they allow their curious nature to lead the way, staying alert to opportunities and learning as they play. Following the example set by our squirrel friends, we are reminded to enjoy the journey of life’s cycles as we plan and prepare for a wonderful future, taking time to learn and play along the way.

Prayers Requested for

Please prayers are needed.

Mary (Cherokee) White

First Council Member Cherokee White was seriously injured in a recent car-bus accident in Fairbanks on Feb.23^rd.

She suffered severe burns as a result of the accident and resulting fire and is currently in the ICU at HARBORVIEW MEDICAL CENTER in Seattle.

Cherokee is a traditional regaled dancer and has been one of MSIP’s strongest supporters since the inception of the Midnight Sun Powwow.

A number of fund-raisers to support the family are being planned in the Fairbanks area-a spaghetti feed is scheduled for Mar. 28 in North Pole. More information will be available.

Anyone wishing to send cards and support may do so by contacting Cherokee’s family at the following addresses:

White Family

3431 Baker Rd.

Box 48

North Pole, AK 99705

or

Mary White

ICU at HARBORVIEW MEDICAL CENTER

325 9TH AVENUE (MS359738)

SEATTLE, WA 98104