There is the teacher swinging and silent
From her small and comfortable place,
And with eyes closed she coos and imparts her wisdom.
The lesson:
Be still, be content, be unafraid…
And be cute and take plenty of naps.
This is my journey
— Nate Long “Owl”
Photo from “Native North American Indian – Old Photos” Facebook site, Photo album “Athabascan”
Athabascan baby in southeast Alaska – circa 1905.