For Liz Cierra and others who returned to the circle and in memory of those who could not T S To my wonderful family who taught me what unconditional love and support mean M G
River wake up Amber whispers My eyes open Today is powwow day
Then I remember No dancing No jingle dress competition for me Not at this tribal powwow I wish my hair weren’t still so short I sigh Mama lays out the moccasins that match my dress But everyone wants to see you Amber reminds me Why I can’t dance like I could before I got sick But you will dance again she responds
