Spark's Core Values
"My values, our values, aren't about pointing fingers. They are about offering a helping hand." - Kathleen Blanco
Humility
(Dbaadendizwin)
As we enter our space
To be in union with our Creator
And Mother Earth
We open our inner doorway to our own
Sacredness which is even beyond our understanding.
It is to be touched by God.
Aho!
Honesty
(Gweyakwaadziwin)
The Butterfly teaches us
Life is a continuous metamorphosis.
If we are honest with ourselves
Removing our own caterpillar guise,
We too can be free,
Free as the Butterfly.
Aho!
Love
(Zaagidwin)
who better to teach
about love
than a child
with their hand
reaching
out to us
they accept us
in their
unconditional
love
Aho!
Respect
(Minaadendmowin)
the fire
teaches us respect
we can cook our food
it lights up our night
but fire
can also destroy
if proper care
is not given
Aho!
Bravery
(Aakdehewin)
the hummingbird
teaches us of bravery
she will go up against a bear
if the bear is threatening her babies
the hummingbird
will attack the bear
with her long
needle like beak
until the bear retreats
Aho!
Wisdom
(Nbwaakaawin)
the turtle
teaches us wisdom
we seek wisdom
from our elders
but yet sometimes
wisdom comes through
a child
if we remain open
to hear the voice
of our youth
Aho!
Truth
(Debewewin)
The Eagle has become for the Anishnabec
A symbol of truth and strength.
Therefore holding an eagle feather
In our hand gives us a huge responsibility for our voice.
Aho!
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