DECEPTION ~ Poem by James Beard aka Noodin

By James B. Beard aka Noodin

 

DECEPTION



Photo by: James B Beard aka Noodin

Deer is still
Every sound a sign
A stick that snaps
Deer are running


 Wolf pauses in his step
Every scent is telling
A foe might be present
Wolf is on the move


 Trees are bending
Bows break and miss-shape
What was up is down
What was calm is disturbed


 Wind is blowing
Messages travel
Leaves swirl
Invisible motion


 Snake slithers in the grass
Silent and foreboding
Curled up under a rock
Ready to strike


 Earth seems to move
Shadows fool the ground
A stream takes new form
Everything changes


 Crow calls loudly
Gathering the murder
What do they hide
Following the motion


 Blue Jay sounds an alarm
Something is coming
What does he know
Does anyone hear


 Eagle looks down
Watches all things
Watches all things
Watches all things

 January 26, 2018  Noodin

James Beard aka Noodin

              Cultural Storyteller, Educator, Speaker, 
              Author

       

Available in stores and online!

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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