I read of a man who stood to speak At the funeral of a friend. He referred to the dates on her tombstone From the beginning to the end. He noted that first came the date of her birth and spoke of the date with tears. But, he said, what … Continue reading
Category Archives: Poetry
My Heart Soars
My Heart Soars Chief Dan George – Sep 6, 2002 This is why I find it hard to accept many of the things I see around me. It is also difficult for me to understand the deep hate that exists among people. It is hard to understand a culture that justifies the killing … Continue reading
Where Does Peace Begin?
Start with your neighbor. Start with a friend. Better yet start with an adversary. What better way for the madness to end? Say hello to a stranger. He walks a life path as do you. Perform an act of kindness. There are always too few. Smile and wave to a … Continue reading
Honouring the Ancestors
Honouring the Ancestors (and others who have touched us) At the rising of the sun and at its going down, We remember them. At the blowing of the wind and in the chill of Winter, We remember them. At the opening of buds and in the rebirth of Spring, We … Continue reading
Beneath The Full Moon
Beneath The Full Moon Author unknown Come, I will sing it in your ear: Your dancing days are come. All the feeling you hold dear Will lift your spirit some; Dance until the rosey dawn All in a gay, glad rag. I carry the Sun in a golden cup, The … Continue reading