Osiyo! (Hello)
I have created this website in honor of the Native American People
& my Cherokee Heritage. It is my hope that through these pages
& this website you are able to have a better understanding &
perspective of the Native American People.
The Native American’s have lost most of their identity in the
past; land, history, culture & even whole tribes were decimated.
Today, we strive to maintain as much as we can of our heritage, history
& culture. We have lost much, yet our Pride remains intact, our Spirit
remains intact, our Ways are being taught once again, our People are regaining
their Heritage. Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation Chad Smith reminds
us...“… Our ancestors who walked the grounds of this Capital (land) resoundingly
cry, 'Don’t forget the legacy we passed on. Don’t let it lapse. Pass
it on, stronger and stronger to your children. Let the Cherokee language
laugh, speak and sing again. Let our history be known and discussed. Live
by our wisdom. Don’t let us die as a people. If you do then all our sacrifice
will be for nothing and you will lose those things that fulfill your life.'"
State of the Nation Address September 1,
2001
I invite you to come in and sit by my fire awhile, listen
to the stories and legends. Learn about the history, heritage &
culture of the Native Americans. I am honored to have you come into
my Lodge, & hope you leave with a lifted heart & an enriched mind.
I hope I am able to pass along what my Ancestors have imprinted on me
to share, and they can smile on me with much Pride.
You may begin your journey through my Web Lodge with WhiteFeather,
my ancestor. Or you can choose another page through the text navigation
at the top and bottom of the pages throughout my website. You will notice
a consistent theme of endangered animals and nature throughout my website.
Native Americans are very connected to animals and nature, we respect
& honor them. They are a part of our World & our Culture &
as such, are a vital part of my website.
Wado! (Thank You) I hope you enjoy your visit!