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Bald Eagle -Messenger of love.

By James B. Beard aka Noodin
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Bald Eagle - Messenger of love WOW!!  Thank you for what you are doing! Freedom to speak is the strength of the people to make a better world honoring our earth. Elders teach that the power of the masses in this time will be the path to a new man going forward living in peace with one another. They offer Seven Gifts given by Spirit to man as a guide. These gifts should all be applied together! The Seven Grandfather Teachings Wisdom ~ Nbaa kaa win ~ Use the wisdom for the people. The understanding that is gained through interacting with all things that is of the creation. Respect ~ M’naa den d’mowin ~ Respect everyone, all humans and all things created. Regard each with esteem and consideration. Allow others to believe in their reality. Bravery ~ Zoon gide’iwin ~ Do things even in the most difficult times. Be ready to defend what you believe and what is right. Always stand up for the people. Honesty ~ Gwe kwaad ziwin ~ Be honest in every action and provide good feelings in the heart...
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Spirit is always with us

By James B. Beard aka Noodin
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           L ook, Listen, Feel, Sense Did that just happen? Spirit is always with us! You already know this. I do not know a whole lot and certainly do not hold pretense that I understand the presence of Spirit. I am only a man walking a journey in this realm. I do know this. There are moments when Spirit chooses to appear to us, and for me, they are not happenstance. I believe that Spirit will show a sign or act as a guide in a time when there is need. Our task becomes the challenge to understand the message. Many years ago when I was still a young father in my late twenties, I had such a visit. I should say my second oldest daughter had a visit. It was around midnight, and everything was silent through the house. My oldest daughter was ten and sleeping soundly in her room. I awoke and went to the bathroom. Our bedroom had a bathroom connected to the master bedroom and knowing my way I did not use a light. As I re-entered the master bed...
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A night with Mona Walking the Grand Monadnock : by James B Beardd, author

By James B. Beard aka Noodin
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  A night with Mona Walking the Grand Monadnock photograph by Cindy L Baldwin It’s a midnight full moon. Beautiful! What a night to walk in the woods. Quiet, peaceful! Nothing moving and the light of the moon gently lighting the way across the trails to guide the way. Mona is happy walking in the night. She knows we are alone and helping one another. Her energy, so powerful in this time as she shares in the wonders of all that is with her mother. Who can know what they are saying. It is just a time of peaceful bliss to walk in the woods with my special friend. Thank you Mona James Beard aka Noodin, Cultural Storyteller, Educator, Speaker,  Author   To BUY this book!   ...
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⭐ 4.9/5 Review by Studio Of Books: Walking Spirit in a Native Way ~ White Mocs on the Red Road by James B. Beard

By James B. Beard aka Noodin
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  ⭐  4.9/5 Review by Studio Of Books Walking Spirit in a Native Way: White Mocs on the Red Road  by James B. Beard   Walking Spirit in a Native Way  is a profound and enlightening work that stands as both a memoir of transformation and a respectful tribute to the Native communities who shaped Beard's spiritual path   Beard offers a rare and humble perspective, guiding readers through the teachings received from Ojibwe Elders and other Algonquin-speaking peoples of the Great Lakes Region   The strength of this book lies in Beard's sincerity. Beard does not position himself as a master or authority, but as a lifelong student—someone who listened, learned, and now shares those teachings with gratitude and care. Through thoughtful reflections on traditional living, natural spirit teachings, community wellness, and personal balance, Beard draws readers into a worldview rooted in respect, harmony, and interconnectedness   The narrative is delivered with...
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