ED WOODS

Young and Brave

I feel so small

our Medicine Man called me brave

and gave me a leather band

with a special feather to wear

except when sleeping

he said I must follow his words

respect birds who fly over us

see what they see

floating through the sky

feel their freedom to move
take only what your heart

tells you to need

let others know pleasure

share when there is not enough

feast when all can feast

our ways and spirits

know the earth's soul

I am a brave so be brave

look to warriors for strength

look to your chief for respect

when you feel lost or hurt

seek knowledge and guidance

from a Medicine Man