I have been reading a book called Wolfkiller which consists of stories and wisdom of a Navajo sheepherder from early in the 20th century. His stories and wisdom were, in turn, passed down to him from his mother and grandfather, through their oral tradition. He lived close to the earth. Through his stories it becomes quite clear that he realized and treasured the knowledge that we are all connected to everything and everybody. It is also quite apparent that knowing of that connection changed his life and made it quite beautiful and fulfilling. Knowledge of that connection changed his general attitude and the way he interacted with the world around hin. I too value that connection. There is a love and respect for all things there and knowing of that connection has also changed my life dramatically.
Tuesday, November 13, 2012
Connection With All Things
I have been reading a book called Wolfkiller which consists of stories and wisdom of a Navajo sheepherder from early in the 20th century. His stories and wisdom were, in turn, passed down to him from his mother and grandfather, through their oral tradition. He lived close to the earth. Through his stories it becomes quite clear that he realized and treasured the knowledge that we are all connected to everything and everybody. It is also quite apparent that knowing of that connection changed his life and made it quite beautiful and fulfilling. Knowledge of that connection changed his general attitude and the way he interacted with the world around hin. I too value that connection. There is a love and respect for all things there and knowing of that connection has also changed my life dramatically.
