november 25th - sunrise

Sunrise Ceremony on the Rock

drums on the boat, we're inside the drum, walls buzzing

in the still dark morning, the throb of welcoming the day

circles are our natural orientation

on the Rock, bundled against the dripping fog and chill breeze

sage burning smoke warming the senses

as we walk to the fire on the Parade Ground

so many gathered at dawn to honor our ancestors

and each other

rising.

thanks and giving.

reminds me of the earth spinning, just a rock relying on the sun

thanks for the elements.

simple and and true.