Pure of Heart

Wise Grandfather Shaman, 
I am pure of Heart,
I bathe beneath the Moon, 
and dry beneath the Sun,
I listen to the Wind,
I run with the Deer,
I hunt with the Wolves,
I fish with the Eagles and Hawks,
I ride with the Wild Paints,
And roam with the Buffalo,
I grow with Grandmother Tree,
Ever learning from her Wisdom, 
I am skilled in Warrior Ways,
A strong Hunter, 
A compassionate Listener,
A patient Tracker,
I have gathered with the other women,
Contributing to our tribes growth and strength,
I leave no tracks of moccasins in the soft clay,
My heart is pure,
And I wish to continue my journy,
Wise Grandfather Shaman,
Allow me to enter your lodge,
I will smoke from the sacred pipe,
My heart is pure.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2012


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Date: 9/16/2012 9:23:00 AM
We can see ourselves standing there and listening to you speak. It's like a prayer from your lips.
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Date: 9/14/2012 5:13:00 PM
A fantastic write... I am truly moved by this beautiful warm tribute! Kudos!
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Date: 9/13/2012 5:36:00 AM
Loved it, a beautiful tribute and write.
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Date: 9/12/2012 2:50:00 PM
Hi Jay, a wonderful poem, so profound, and written with honour and love...
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Date: 9/6/2012 8:27:00 PM
A magnificient write, Jay! Active and spontaneous, yet still has quiet wisdom. Amazing imagery prompted by your wonderous spirit. I'm sure the Shaman would be honoured by your presence! Much enjoyed, thank you for sharing. love, Mikki
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Date: 9/6/2012 6:56:00 PM
Pure,fragile,and fierce - the Lodge remains sanctuary for those who knock with the dignity you manage - " I ride with the wild paints..." " A patient Tracker..." only true strength could know these things - J.A.B. %
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