Elder's Meditation of the Day December 23

Elder's Meditation of the Day December 23
"It's not the package and the wrapping which counts but what is inside, underneath the clothes and the skin."
--Lame Deer, LAKOTA
Our eyes and ears gather information that is fed to the mind, and we tend to form judgements, opinions, and assumptions which determine our perception. We might see someone act a certain way, then label that person forever, not at all concentrating on what is inside the person. It matters not our height, our size, our facial features, or our gender. What matters is our thoughts. Good thoughts overcome all obstacles.

Great Spirit, let my inside contain Your qualities.

Fergus, on the 10th Day...

What Literary Character Is Your Mental Twin?

Katniss Everdeen

A natural-born survivor, your mental twin is Katniss Everdeen. Few souls know tragedy as you know it, and even fewer are capable of the growth you've achieved through said tragedy. You're tough, talented, and truly at home in the outdoors - something that drives you to push on no matter what. Though for all of the hard times, you've know true love and happiness as well - and share deep connections with those whom you've bonded. For you, life sometimes seems like a test or a game - and we may not always be able to control the questions or cards we are dealt, but we can always choose how we play them.

Look Who I got , Pretty Kool  :D

The orcas that are seen in our local waters are part of the Southern Resident Community, composed of J, K and L pods.

Photo credit: Michael Charest

~Robert Higheagle (early 20th century), Teton Sioux

"It is strictly believed and understood by the Sioux that a child is the greatest gift from Wakan Tanka, in response to many devout prayers, sacrifices, and promises. Therefore the child is considered “sent by Wakan Tanka," through some element-namely the element of human nature."

~Robert Higheagle (early 20th century), Teton Sioux

Fergus--On the 9th day

Prayer