It is a Good Day to Die

For those who aren't in tune with Native quotes, the titled words are a quote from Geronimo, Chief of the Apache. The quote simply states, that what will be, will be. If it's my day, it's a good day; so-be-it.

If we could all carry that attitude with us each day, we'd be less stressed and more accepting of what comes in and out of our lives. Therefore, we'd be happier. I am guilty. I am. For at times I am weak and forget the wise words of those gone before me. At other times, I am victorious! Although others are unaccepting of me, I stand my ground. I face the enemy with a force of passion without fear of what power they could use against me. Yesterday was one of those days. Now, this day, I feel "It is a good day to die".

Please read with open ears the prayer sent me by a dear sister:

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"Grandfather, Great Spirit, once more
behold me on earth and lean to hear my
feeble voice. You lived first, and You are
older than all need, older than all
prayer....You are the life of all things."
-Black Elk, OGLALA SIOUX


Great Spirit--

Sometimes I don't feel like praying. Sometimes
when I have done something wrong, I'm ashamed
to come to You. Even though You have always been
there for me, I sometimes choose to stay away.

It's been hard for me to understand what all knowing is.
Sometimes it's hard for me to see how much You
really care. But I know if I take a few minutes and
think about what I know to be true about You, then
things change and I am able to realize Your power
and Your love.

Today, I'll start by thinking You. I'll think about
all the times you have helped and guided me in
the past. You are life, You are love, You are power,
You are desire, You are truth, You are principle,
You are intelligence, You are courage. With you I
am everything; without You I am nothing.


Creator, thank
You for
allowing me to
start my day
with You.

By: Don Coyhis