I am strong and honorable
I protect those that are weak
My warrior heart never rests
I know no defeat~
Wisdom I hold in my hands
Power in my shield
I will not rest upon these lands
Until my people are healed...
A contest entry
- TELL ME WHO YOU ARE by Whispering Wind.
700 points, ended December 11, 2007, 24 entries
• next poem in this contest, remove from contest
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You are indeed an honored and much loved man, protector and friend
I feel your sincerity in this splendid piece.
Dee/Mystic Soul
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My Hetane you are this and so much more. There is a part of you that I have seen and heard and yes, even touched. You are a good and honorable man, with a kind and gentle heart. You are my Hetane and My Warrior.
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I am so honored you have entered my contest for I do know you do not do them...I know well of your history and your family my Brother Of The Nations...I am touched!...I give you my word there will be no trophy passed
...Your Princess TENDER WOLF
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You have the heart and soul of a Warrior..There is much power and dedication in your words..Your honor graces the pages of my mind.
Soulful Woman
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Soulful Woman
Niaish my Lady, for your kind words do touch this Warrior's heart...I am pleased you found my words to your liking.
~YOUR WARRIOR~
BLACK CROW
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Forgive this intrusion
Please forgive this intrusion. I read your work and was moved and with this I felt I had to let you know of a great brother of yours who lies buried in my home town in England since 1885 and to whom I dedicated this work.
Distant Lands of Ska-run-yete
Feathered clouds protest and sigh
as freedoms wind torched the sky
storms roll and plunder
bruise, ravage and thunder,
scorching trails across the land
vaulting mountains tall and grand
its strength and power alarming
captivating, disarming.
If I could be that free he mused
his gaze caressed the ocean blue
to free myself from where I stand
arise my heart to foreign lands
without fear I would ride
cocooned in clouds to the other side
as vapor I sigh
A breeze enthused his timbered hair
it’s breath enticing sober thoughts
of visions and distant ports
his restless heart in rhythm beat
as seasons change beneath his feet
compelled his spirit chimed for change
to wander wide to roam and range
knurled and wrought his hands he held
to the sky he praised and forward felled
on knee’s to pray for guidance bring
to the maker of dreams he did sing
his words and songs prevailed
his chants ensnared the wind to sail
where he would follow
each day and tomorrow
yet risk to lose but yet would gain
he seized his chance to free his chains
a yearning long endured
now laid upon the ground secured
for all to see and witness there
it fell without a sound or care
free to roam his eyes
looked to his home
then on to wonder
beyond the land and thunder
across the waters wide
embracing the other side
and there he could perceive
all he ever dreamed
and though his way was clear yet fraught
No borders claimed his berried mind
as the torch of freedom blazed inside
this man, a tower of pride
unleashed and loosed to the world outside
came to teach us all and one
healed and lay a hand upon
all whose days dwindled on?
he went to places none had gone
and dared to touch the human side
of you of me and our selfish pride
for what he touched was healed
his smiles and warmth we did feel
his love was honest and shone
he gave this free and moved along
Oceans rumbled deep and wide
did not forbid, but chased his mind
to heal those folk on every side
his payment, his pride
for the sick he cried,
he stroked and felt them deep inside
healed and with every stride
sought them all and did with prayer
lay his hands upon them there
joy and hope he gave
suspending journeys to the grave
Moses gave to all who came
regardless, he gave without refrain
all he had he did deliver
to the good and the bad he was their giver
to the wild the mad, the ungrateful the sad
he gave and is remembered
and so he will remain
a man from whence he came
his remedies, salves and cures
and a faith endured
I wish his words I could recall
Or wake him from his lonely hall
Disturb his fated endless sleep
beneath the scattered woodland fair
his tomb a place to linger where
I may speak or lay my feather
a symbol to man
who shall live for ever
in the hearts of those he did deliver
Moses Carpenter
Ska-run-yete
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Terrcarro
I stand in AWE! your words have graced my page and added poetic beauty and truth...Niaish my friend~
Your WARRIOR~
BLACK CROW
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These strong words of commitment to honor and duty are a breath of fresh air. If more men would stand up and be the honorable protector that they should be this world would be a better place. Thank you for sharing this, it strengthens my heart and my own resolve to be honorable.
Gray Elk
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Haiku-bless-you
Gray Elk,
I am honored by your words of truth and pleased you stand by me as Brother Of the Cheyeene Nations...
Black Crow~
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Excellently and strongly written as a True Warrior should, no hesitation and plenty of conviction. My AP wife and love has mentioned you to me on several different occasions, I thought I would come and take a look at one who pledges to protect her. Unlike most who have left comments here, I have no Indian name nor am I any part Indian as far as I know. I am a Man with strong convictions myself, against drugs, alcohol, abuse of any kind towards women, men, children, as well as animals. Strong is my belief in my God, and I strive to do His will in my life and to help others with my experience, strength and hope...Scott
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Griswold
I am honored you have read my words of truth~I say any man with love in his heart for another is a good man! We must learn not to judge others but to live and let live~ Niaish my friend~
Black Crow~
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Honour and Justice
Words spoken like a warrior indeed. for there is no greater honour than to stand strong in the belief that you are a protector of the poeple, of the weak and the old. To understand that to know no defeat but with the giving of your own life, will be justice enough for the soul of he who speaks these words comfort enough to live life with pride and courage abound.
The years of knowledge gained and now heald high in strength within your grasp is a tool that only few can posess, aided by the commitment of power within the body of your shield, enhanced by the skin of your own shell. Both hardened to a degree of passion only a true warrior can feel and control.
Your pledge of going without rest until complete justice has been recieved through healing not only the poeple but the land on which you stand is a satnce I will proudly stand beside you in. For I have a reason fully to re state your words with a passion stronger and committed to the same end.
Regards
and with honour
Silent Cougar
Mike.
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Mike Howes
I am honored by your words~ And will welcome you Silent Cougar to stand beside me in this battle of life...Your words speak of truths only a true Warrior could feel! A passion unto death to protect those in our care! The skin becomes hard from days in the sun but the heart stays filled with compassion for the innoncent!
YOUR FRIEND~
BLACK CROW
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First let me welcome you to AP. Here I hope you meet many new and wonderful friends. I really enjoyed this beautiful poem. It is always a pleasure to read Native American writes such as this. Thanks for sharing my friend.
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freespirit51
Niaish Little wind I am honord you enjoyed...These are my truths and my pledge for which I live by
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Wow, I love it
You have such powereful and beautiful words that speak loud & clear throughout this poem. I loved this stanza:
Wisdom I hold in my hands
Power in my shield
I will not rest upon these lands
Until my people are healed...
I loved reading your poetry, keep up the great writes.
Kat
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packofwolves
I am honored you found my words to your likeing...They are my words of truth!...Niaish for the comment
~YOUR WARRIOR~
BLACK CROW
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Again thank you for writing about our people.
I was going to tell you also. that since I started writing and teaching on AP many more Native coming out and now want to be heard. I feel this is good not for the white but for our people. I have one book already out and my second book will be our by dec. I pray.
Your sister in blood and peace.
Morningstar sparrowhawk walk with Bear
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Morningstar1948
Niaish my nihimhinozi and pleased to see your words finding root to grow...The messages we bare are wisdom to help the hearts of those that are lost and in need~
~YOUR WARRIOR~
Black Crow
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Strong and powerful. Uplifting and powerful. Such a wonderful read, thanks for being so bold with your words and perfect images for me to see in my mind. Well done!
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UnchartedPoet
Niaish my friend and it pleases me my words brought you understanding...
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This is wonderful and penned with strength and power. You have a gift for strength in image. It's an honor to read the wisdom of a great Hotamitanio.
Love,
Amera♥
Cheyenne name: Little Blue Star
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Amera
Little Blue Star
Daughter of Tender Wolf,
I am honored little submissive waif by your kind words and my strength is here to protect you as well~
~your Warrior~
Black Crow~
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This is just beautiful...I protect those that are weak... I guess there should be more people like you in this world, might be a better place to live in....
Welcome here on AP
Keep your powerful pen ready to write,
XXJeannette
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Wolf Mistress
I love your name, sweet Lady!
I thank you very much for visting my page and your kind words!...I am your Warrior as well~
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Thank you so much
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Wow a warrior and a poet...smiling those are the qualities that women dream of.
I am strong and honorable
I protect those that are weak
My warrior heart never rests
I know no defeat~
beautiful words are these my friend...honor, not many know of this premise it sure s good to see someone who does.
take care
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A woman to love
Niaish woman to love! you are most tender of heart and this warrior is touched by your words...
Courage,and honor is my life for I am a Hotamitanio of the Cheyenne Nations...I will watch over you little one~
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So much in a few words!
This I understand. A determination and feeling of mission to use the gifts you have on behalf of others. To make a difference.
The determination not to be swayed nor to rest until all needful has been accomplished. A mission or duty to use those abilities with which you have been endowed to protect and to heal. There are many here who have awaited and will welcome your arrival.
I will return here often to learn of the spirit of a warrior. Jadon
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Jadon
Niaish and I am proud you understand the ways of a true warrior!...Courage is the key and understanding the enemy our tools of honor...I have many seen many so far in need of comfort and one true Cheyenne Princess!
I look forward to more words with you my brother!
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Simply spellbinding. Your words captured my attention and I read until the end. You have expressed so much with your words so eloquently woven together. As if a fabric of blanket to cover those in need and heal their hearts. I simply love this. Thank you for sharing and welcome to AP.
Your comment on my poem "Heartache" was most appreciated.
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Dark Shadow Angel
Niaish my sweetheart! I want my words to bring comfort and peace to all hearts.I am a Hotamitanio dog soldier for the Cheyenne Nations.I will weave a blanket of comfort for you as well~
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Welcome and Blessings
Moodayo,welcome from me, too,to AP and my prayer is yours, for all aboriginal people,and for all the weak people of good heart are healed.That we can live together in unity,forgiveness from us, for sins of our forefathers, and forgiveness working both ways..I am glad to have met you today, friend,and God the great white Spirit give you the strength and wisdom to carry out your duties, and in your poetry!
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Rose Angel
Niaish beautiful lady,
I am touched by your kind words of honor.You are correct, both sides need much healing!May the Great Spirit help you and keep you safe...I shall be watching~
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welcome to allpoetry
Powerful..indeed. I admire when so much can said in so few lines and the beauty/message does not suffer. The feeling that emits from each word/line and lingers.. very well written out and the perfect picture to add to your thoughts here. Thank you for sharing... and thank you for your kind thoughts on my words. Seems you are finding your way around the site quite well. If you have any questions feel free to ask any greeter.
~Kristy
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LionessK
Niaish My Lady, Thank you kindly for the sweet words. Pleased you enjoyed my pledge. For it is my code of honor~
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Astounding piece!
Thank you for commenting on my piece "Confidence". This piece is wonderfully written and sent chills (warm ones) up my spine! It sends a strong and powerful message. Welcome to AP. It sounds like you will enjoy being here!
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Peaches-n-Cream
Chills are nice...lol...My pledge of honor had to be my first poem...Niaish my beautiful lady for the warm welcome and hope to read more from your wonderful pen~
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Wow!!
Welcome to Allpoetry and Thank You for Your Wonderful comment on my piece
Powerful verse You have penned
This pledge from Spirit~
Wonderful sense of empowerment~
Thank You for sharing Your voice~~~
speaks volumes through Your words!
The picture adds that extra touch~~
Best wishes to You fellow Poet
Many blessings too
and much love~ Desire~*~
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Desire
I am honored by your kind words my lady...These words are my pledge from my warrior spirit...I am a hotamitanio a warrior of peace...Niaish!...
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I wanted to stop by and see about you. I find I need to welcome you to this site. So, welcome. I really love this poem and most importantly the message behind it. One thing...rest, should be rests, or should say My warrior heart will never rest. I know my poems are missing a lot of grammatical things, so please do not take this personally.
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-theheartofme-
My Lady, I do not take things personally but learn from the things that come my way...lol...I cant spell with a darn...lol...I am pleased you enjoyed my Pledge!...
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Powerful Write
from one who knows the legacy from which he springs. Wonderfully spoken, and apt words to live up to. Thank you for sharing.
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PureCountry
Niaish!...I am pleased you understand!...It is a great honor that has been given to me~
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To protect
Such a noble trade. And the kindness of a good heart
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BobFox
Niaish my friend for your kind words...It is a great honor to be a Hotamitanio~
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POWERFUL
Spoken like the true warrior you are...Power in my shield I will not rest upon these lands Until my people are healed...Eootahamhe of our people I am proud to meet you...I wish you Peheve and niaish for being here and sharing your wisdom
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Tender wolf
Your words make me stand tall! And courage moves stronger through my veins...I will watch over you my Cheyenne Princess~
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Oh WOW.
This was awesome.
Wow I could feel all the emotion
and strength in your words.
Captivating, thank you Brave.
Tory
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PassionsPromise
I am pleased you could feel my words!...For my words are of truth and courage!...Beautiful Lady~
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