Walking Spirit in a Native Way

Walking Spirit in a Native Way 𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸: Walking Spirit in a Native Way: White Mocs on the Red Road 📚 𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿: James B. Beard ✍️ . . “Walking Spirit in a Native Way: White Mocs on the Red Road” by James B. Beard is a truly unique and insightful read. Through the voice of James, also known as Noodin, the author shares his transformative spiritual journey under the guidance of an elder from the Ojibwe tribe. In this book, Noodin recounts his years of learning from Misho, a wise Native elder. During one of their early conversations, Misho asked him, “Who are you?” to which Noodin replied, “I am just a man.” This simple yet profound exchange sparked deep introspection in Noodin, setting him on a path of self-discovery and spiritual growth. As he reflects on his life, Noodin shares how his faith in Christianity began to waver, leading him toward a more spiritual path. Under Misho’s mentorship, he embraced teachings rooted in Indigenous wisdom. On...

A man named John By James B Beard Cultural Speaker, Author October 22, 2025    I first met John at a gathering to listen to an Ojibwe Elder speak in Massachusetts back in 1994. He and his wife, Rhona, had been attending with a small group of people to hear the teachings of this Elder and to study those teachings. It was my first time at this gathering. John was a very quiet man and one would ...

The day that we do not stand up to honor all people who have sacrificed for others is a sad day for humanity. How many will serve the people and never live to hear the words, "Thank you for your service". The ones who truly gave their lives in service to others and mankind. Don't forget our brothers and sisters! I believe that when a person stands up to defend others who they believe are being offended, be it human or otherwise, it is an act of chivalry . Those acts often come to light in battles and yet it can be as simple as offering water to a passing wanderer. Those that are veterans have put themselves in situations that protect all life. They do not have to be soldiers. Some are doctors, nurses, caretakers, police, firemen, ambulance drivers or just neighbors and yes even strangers. We are not honoring our strength as warriors. We are honoring our best qualities of humanity. Chivalry: An old word not much used in this world today:   Modern chivalry has evolved from ...

  GIFTS of LIFE Lose Some ~ Gain Some   We never really lose anyone or anything in life for it becomes a part of us. All things continue! We always gain something in life because the person or thing we have cycles into our being at the right time and comes from another cycle.   Be happy in the instant of this time! Your life! Noodin Remembering those who have traveled on. Remembering those that are here. James Beard aka Noodin                Cultural Storyteller, Educator, Speaker,                Author ...

  Are you making a difference? It is not who you were!   It is who you are! Who remembers a star football player thirty years after his game?   Do you remember Rolland Lawrence?   I didn't, until I met him.   Mr. Bay, as he is called affectionately by the kids at VisionQuest Big Lodge Camp, was a 1975 NFC ALL-PRO for the Atlanta Falcons.   Rolland was NFC's 2nd leading interceptor in 1975.   A deadly tackler, he gained over 4,000 yards at Tabor. But this is not about a retired football player.   I want to tell you about an extraordinary human being.   One day recently I was doing a project with VisionQuest Academies in Pennsylvania.   They were short on Child Care Workers and asked Ed, my partner, and myself to help out.   Since we are cleared for Child Care Work with VisionQuest, we were happy to help.   We were asked to monitor classes as we have done many times. Walking down the hall to the c...

 IAN Interview ~ Author James B. Beard aka Noodin Independent Author Network ~ Author Review ( This review has been updated to relate to the updated version and publisher October 12,2025 )   Author Bio: ) James Beard aka Noodin, Cultural Storyteller, Educator, Speaker, Author     Jim Beard is a speaker on topics such as traditional living and natural spirit teachings.  His topics address many concerns to do with wellness and balance in life.  He is a student of native teachings from Ojibwe Elders, Algonquin language based people, living throughout the Great Lakes Region of the US and Canada.  The audiences for his presentations vary from youth to elderly. Please tell us about your latest book: Some things in life happen that one could never foresee. The story you are about to read is about one of those things. Like most people, my life was pretty well laid out for me. Growing up in a small town in western New York, going to school, servi...