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~Shall We Dance~

Fires of freedom

 

Drums of life

 

Music removing everyday strife

 

 

Dancing around the fires at night

 

Another time, another life

 

Voices silenced on the winds

 

Longing to be heard once again

 

 

Shall we dance this Ghost Dance

 

Remembering those who had no chance

 

Bring to life those sleepless souls

 

Allowing their story to be finally told...

 

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Collaborated with my Cheyeene Princess~TENDER WOLF

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  • catz Moderators member
    June 30, 2008

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    We can find much solace in the dance and music of life. It helps to overcome or at least to bear the burden of unjust defimation brought against us.
    A very good piece with a strong poignant message.

    Dee,Mystic Soul


  • Thoughts-of-Soloman
    May 9, 2008

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    Yes, it is good to often dance in 'remembrance' and unwrap the 'worldly coverings'.
    For me, it is to return to the place of those from who we have benefited and inherited much wisdom from.

    I feel sure that our sentiment is much the same, though I believe that your poem points also to cause of much grief, within the past of your tradition. Actions of injustice can take much time to heal, but In this dance of yours I also hear a spirit of much celebration in freedom.

    A wonderful magic to share, Sol

  • Nighttime angel
    December 11, 2007

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    this is a great poem that you both wrote. I feel that this is a important poem that has a lot to say. I really liked the last stanza:

    Shall we dance this Ghost Dance



    Remembering those who had no chance



    Bring to life those sleepless souls



    Allowing their story to be finally told...



    I look forward to reading more of your poems. I hope you and Tender Wolf do another collabe


    kathy


  • Desire gold member
    November 23, 2007

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    Wow!!

    You both did a Magnificent job on this piece penned from within Spirit
    Loved the energy and passion of story told~~
    Bring to life those sleepless souls~~~

    Magnificent!!

    Keep that quill dancing
    for You both Inspire and Empower!!
    Appreciate Both of You
    Loved this!!
    Many blessings to You Two!
    Best wishes too
    and much love~ Desire~*~


    • Moodayo-Okohke silver member
      November 24, 2007
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      Desire

      My Beautiful Lotus Flower,
      I am touched by your kind comment and thank you kindly for your sweet words...TenderWolf is a wonderful poetess and so very easy to write with...Spirit is strong between us for sure~

      ~YOUR WARRIOR~

      BLAK CROW


  • arafura gold member
    November 23, 2007

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    finally told...

    It is the duty of such as Tender Wolf and yourself to make sure the stories are told... To make sure their voices are not silent and to bring their memory to life. I know you will continue to do that. Well done!


    • Moodayo-Okohke silver member
      November 24, 2007
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      arafura

      Niaish Shadow Keeper~ For the history of our people is very important and should always be heard...I shall do my best~

      BLACK CROW


  • Rose Angel gold member
    November 22, 2007

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    "Allowing their story to finally be told" Everyone has a story and everyone has a life, that must be told...This dancce I see its' significance...Every warrior, every mother,evcry little one, every elder had an importance to their tribe...Each should be remembered..I admire how your show respect for the fallen.

    • Moodayo-Okohke silver member
      November 22, 2007
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      Rose Angel

      You have honored this warrior with your kindness...Niaish my sweet heart


  • LittleMoon silver member
    November 21, 2007
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    The strength of heritage from you and the gentleness of Tender Wolf, a supreme combination.


    • Moodayo-Okohke silver member
      November 21, 2007
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      Frosty25

      Niaish for your words my friend...you have honored my heart and given me a smile from your gentliness...Our Princess is a beautiful person and a wonderful Poetess...

      ~YOUR WARRIOR~

      BLACK CROW


  • Laura
    November 20, 2007

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    i love the opening of the poem very very strong indeed. overall this is a wonderful poem full of enticing images well done to you both xx


    • Moodayo-Okohke silver member
      November 20, 2007
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      Laura

      niaish beautiful lady for your kind words...our words are spoken with a great truth and much honor.Pleased you enjoyed...

      ~YOUR WARRIOR~

      BLACK CROW


  • Rose Angel gold member
    November 19, 2007
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    Interesting Dance!

    What a lovely collaboration between you and Tender wolf... You would have to teach me. How nice two dear friends can dance together if even on the computer and in poem. And the meaning of your dance "another life voices silenced on the winds longing to be heard once again"


    • Moodayo-Okohke silver member
      November 20, 2007
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      Rose Angel

      We have danced many dances my Beautiful Rose and I pray many more to come...We share the same thoughts and the same dreams for our people...Niaish for your tender words...

      ~YOUR WARRIOR~

      BLACK CROW


  • freespirit51
    November 19, 2007

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    tremendous piece my dear and loving friend. I really enjoyed this piece. I could see the fires crakling and the warriors dancing to honor their ancestors. terrific piece.


    • Moodayo-Okohke silver member
      November 20, 2007
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      freespirit51

      The Ghost Dance is an honor to the old ones who have passed on before us...We ask their spirit to dance with us...I am pleased you enjoyed.

      ~YOUR WARRIOR~

      BLACK CROW


  • morningstar1948 gold member
    November 19, 2007

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    The lessons of life and those who are gone

    We put on our best dress with Headdress with shell and metel with feathers, we put on our tinket and dance the ghost dance why the fire roar and the smoke goes up in a single line of smoke going to where they are. THe moon so bright and the people eyes glow as they dance and chant and pray to sent and bring our old one home again to beyoung the cloud to walk the lands and soon we will know we found home again.
    Walk then dance and walk some more head down and then up to be proud but always remember our people died for you and I and Us the people of the Seven nations.
    This is the way I was taught by my cherokee / cheyenne grandmother


    • Moodayo-Okohke silver member
      November 20, 2007
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      Morningstar1948

      The dance shall be remembered by all those who walk the path of truth...Your words grace my page my sister...Niaish!

      ~YOUR WARRIOR~

      BLACK CROW


  • AngelicMistress gold member
    November 19, 2007

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    AWESOME!!!!!

    Moodayo-Okohke:

     

    I would be honored to dance with you; a man of wisdom, spirituality, and beauty..... By the light of the moon, to the beat of drums, and native songs.....

     

    Your words flow with such beauty, and truth......

     

    Blessed be with love and light always.....

     

    Your friend forever,

    AngelicMistress...Tanya

    *hug* 


    • Moodayo-Okohke silver member
      November 20, 2007
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      AngelicMistress

      Niaish my beautiful lady. your words do flater me and bring a smile...Pleased you enjoyed


  • Amera gold member
    November 19, 2007

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    Two of my favorite people come together in a dance of poetic delight. This is beautiful, flowing and filled with truth and emotion. I love it and I love you both; niaish my family.

    Love,
    Amera


    • Moodayo-Okohke silver member
      November 19, 2007
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      Amera

      My Little Blue Star how you do make me smile...Your words are filled with such kindness...We both thank you very much

      ~YOUR WARRIOR~
      and Uncle

      BLACK CROW


  • Silent Cougar Moderators member
    November 19, 2007

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    niaish nihinihiozi

    eheestaha Napevomohtahe eaahtomone to your words shared with Tender honehe.

    They bring much to think on. For all lost souls laid on fields of battle will never be forgotten.

    Days of past echoes whispering the cries of freedom to live as they should have been, now carry in the winds of today, reminding all who remain to walk today, the souls lost in times of old.

    Their stories, never to be told, leaves a missing link in history, but to have the strength and wisdom to step around the flames in song, and listen, is something we all should do to truly understand.

    niaish for these words my brother.

    YOUR BROTHER IN ARMS

    SILENT COUGAR


    • Moodayo-Okohke silver member
      November 19, 2007
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      Mike Howes

      Hetane Nanosehame my Nihinihinozi niaish Napevetano Navesee Eaahtomoneand understand my words...I am honored by your wisdom!

      MY WARRIOR BROTHER
      of the DOG SOLDIERS~

      I stand with you as one...

      Black Crow


  • Soulful Woman silver member
    November 19, 2007

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    I would gladly dance with you around the fire...beating my drum into the night sky.
    A beautiful penning Warrior..
    Soulful Woman


    • Moodayo-Okohke silver member
      November 19, 2007
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      Soulful Woman

      Then dance you shall Beautiful White Wolf...I will show you the steps of peace and freedom that your heart can feel...Join the Ghost Dance of my Ancestor...Let your voice be heardNiaish love for careing

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