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In Memory
Red Earth, our friend and Elder, dropped his robe and
passed to the Spirit World on the morning of September 22,
2004.
Cindy
(Warrior Woman) Bridges
Our friend, sister, and teacher
Feb 13, 1951 - Aug 7, 2006
You are missed by all.
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Hanbleceya
(crying for a vision) has been going on for a long time. It's a
time when a person makes a commitment to "go on the
hill" and be alone with the Creator. They go without food and
water, to a place on the land to sit in their circle and pray.
They pray for their loved ones and their families. They pray for
all relations. They pray for themselves, that they might find what
their correct relationship to all living things may be. They
notice the things happening around them, to the smallest detail.
They might face their fears, or confront those things that might
hold them back from living their full potential. They may find a
peace that they had not known before. Each one brings back a gift
of words, or a vision for themselves or for the people. It is one
of the ways to live the medicine wheel teachings.
The
quester is supported. He or she chooses a sponsor that helps them
to prepare and supports them while they are out. The sponsor may
eat for them spiritually or sing songs in the night and pray for
them throughout the time.
Traditionally,
medicine people and spiritual leaders do not charge for ceremonies
or healings. In the past, the people of the village who
participated in ceremony, or received healings would generally
make offerings or gifts to see that the needs of those who helped
them were met.
A
few things to remember....
No
alcohol or drugs!
Be respectful of the land and others.
If
you are interested in Hanbleceya, contact
White Owl
for information.
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