Who are you? Do you know? ~ Poem by James Beard aka Noodin

By James B. Beard aka Noodin

You can say!

Poem By James B. Beard aka Noodin, January 2018

You can say you are a man or a woman.
That’s not who you are.

You can say you are white, red, yellow or black.
That’s not who you are.

You can say you are a republican or a democrat.
That’s not who you are.

You can say you are a soldier or a nurse.
That’s not who you are.

You can say you are a christian or a buddhist.
That’s not who you are.

You can say you are blue collar or white collar.
That’s not who you are.

You can say you are a farmer or a priest.
That’s not who you are.

You can say you are pretty or ugly.
That’s not who you are.

You can say you are rich or poor.
That’s not who you are.

You can say you are one with the creation.
That is who you are!!!

No more! No Less!

James Beard aka Noodin

              Cultural Storyteller, Educator, Speaker, 
              Author

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Walking Spirit in a Native Way

James 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.His work is dedicated to telling anyone who has interest about his native brothers.

-- James B. Beard 

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Walking Spirit in a Native Way shares timeless teachings from Native Elders that remain as meaningful today as ever. For over thirty years, Jim has learned from Ojibwa/Chippewa Elders, presenting their wisdom to schools, communities, and Native tribes across North America. Respected for his knowledge and dedication, he walks the red road to honor and carry forward the original teachings of all people. 


James B. Beard, Author of:     Walking Spirit in a Native Way

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