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For those of us who remember when we were Spirits

Who remember that we are Spirits

We understand that we are on this Spirit Journey

The Circle of Life which starts in the Spirit World

And which takes us back there

- Chief Noel Starblanket

the Indian Way now returning: the

reverence for nature, the Elders,

community, ceremony, the Circle of

Life. And it is also about healing,

forgiveness, peace and turning

inward... a message for our time.

inspired documentary. Educational and

informative, emotional and joyful, it is

infused with the wisdom of the Elders-- their

words and voices are woven throughout.

The Native American soundtrack, both

traditional and contemporary, is a healing

journey in and of itself.

of Life, the return of the ancient teachings,

and the Seventh Generation. It is hope for

the future and a reminder of what we have

long since forgotten and though it is one

man's story, it is everyone's journey

We are especially grateful to the following

people:

Chief Noel Starblanket for sharing his life

story, his culture and traditions, so eloquently

and honestly, Anishinabe Elder, Dave

Courchene /Leading Earth Man for his

beautiful voiceovers and the spiritual energy

he brings through, and Tom Bee, owner of

Sound of America Records for his generosity

and guidance with the music and his belief in

this project.

And to the many, many people who

contributed their music, their photographs,

their assistance and their support...

Thank you!