You are a story fed by the generations.

          You carry songs, grief, triumph, thankfulness, and joy. Feel their power as
they ascend within you. As you walk, run swiftly, even fly, to infinite possibilities.

          Let go of that which burdens you. Let go of any acts of unkindness or
brutality.

           Let go of that which has burdened your family, your community, your
nation. Let go of that which has disturbed your soul. Let go one breath into
another. Pray thankfulness for this Earth we are—Pray thankfulness for this
becoming we are—

           For this sunlight touching skin we are—For this cooling by the waters we
are—

           Listen now as Earth sheds her skin. Listen as the generations move one
against the other to make power. We are bringing in a new story. We will be
accompanied by ancient and new songs and will celebrate together.

The words of Joy Harjo