The Water, the Sky and the Earth.A Chapter by Coyote PoetryChapter threeThe Water, Sky and the Earth First steps chapter three
The Water, Sky and the Earth
“Our land is the dearest thing on Earth to us. Men take up land and get rich on it, And it is very important for us Indians to keep it.” “Faith a beautiful thing. So is tolerance. Can’t we all just get along.”
Coyote told him.” I have two weeks free. ” Red Fox told him “I have three weeks till I have to report back.” Little Wolf smiled. Tells him “I need to make one phone call. I’m in. How far must we go?” Chief Joseph told them. “We will be camping on the Diablo range. A two hours drive. A good place to find quiet and peace. Best climbing and you can touch the sky at the same points with the Eagles and the Hawks.” The tea was strong and sweet of honey. Red Fox smiled. Told the Chief. “The tea is amazing. Thank you. My headache is gone.” Chief Joseph told them “I can teach you how to use some natural plants to heal. Learning to be a herbalist takes many years. We never stop learning. In the end. It is your responsibility. Not to pollute and poison the body and mind. Expect to be healthy we must ensure we do good things with our body and spirit.” They arrived at a cabin in the heat of the afternoon. Little Wolf whispered “I haven’t seem many people out here.” Chief Joseph waved them into the cabin. The cabin was small and organized. Art and drawings on every wall. Chief Joseph begins to cook food and pomegranate tea. The three sat together looking at the perfect hand carved animals The Chief brought the pomegranate ice tea and some soup. The soup was loaded with beef and vegetables. They ate in silence. Chief Joseph told them “Today lesson can be the hardest. To try to free yourself of useless anger and stress. Meditation can’t be reached by everyone. I can assist with herbal help.” “Step one is to be able to control the mind and spirit. He touched Red Fox forehead. His pain can’t ever be cures. He must learn to live with it. Use the anger and being upset to create a better road.” “First step is to control your breathing. Lay on the floor. Put your right foot into your left knee. This will bring good dreams to you and peace. Never put the left foot into the right knee. Bad dreams will come. Take 5 deep breaths and release. Don’t open your eyes. Concentrate on your breathing. Now hold your breath. Think of bad things in your life. Keep holding your breath. Allow the built up of anger and stress to build up. Red Fox begin to shake and move. Chief Joseph touched his shoulder. Now release the poison out of the body. Red Fox is almost choking. Now take five deep breaths. Allow the fresh air to come in and cleanse. Hold your breath and think of good things. Red Fox is quiet and not moving. Release and keep your eyes close. Don’t move. Meditate on something good. All three fall into a deep sleep. Red Fox awoke. Told Coyote and Little Wolf. “I don’t know. Chief Joseph handed them cold pomegranate tea. Told them “You have done good. Now you must practice this nightly before sleep. Need to cleanse the soul and mind daily.”Chief Joseph told them a short story. “We will fly with the Eagles and the Hawks on the ridge. Along time ago.
The Hawks and the Eagle would warn them of their enemies.
One day Gold was found. They are gone now to be with the Great Spirit. Guns and bombs won’t be the end for the human race. It will be the lack of sweet water and land that grow food for all animals to live. A very bad death.” Coyote, Little Wolf and Red Fox don’t speak. They saw the pollution and disease already killing millions. Little Wolf asked. “Is it too late to save Mother Earth?” Chief Joseph smiled. “Told them time is short. Wisdom and common sense I hope can overcome the greed of men to destroy all that is beautiful.” John Castellenas/Coyote © 2018 Coyote PoetryAuthor's Note
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1 Review Added on March 11, 2018 Last Updated on March 11, 2018 AuthorCoyote PoetryMIAboutA Poet and writer who love to read and write. My pleasure is reading about the bad and good in a life. Also to honor the Poets/Writers of the past by reading their words. Remember .. more..Writing
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