Prayer for Today

GRANDFATHER'S PRAYER FOR TODAY.
It is said what
we do cannot be undone.
May we always remember what we do today does not only
affect ourselves and our children but seven generations to
come.

Philosophy TO THE CHILDREN
As an eagle prepares its young to leave the nest will all the skills and knowledge it needs to participate in life, in the same manner so will I guide my children. I will use the best from my culture to prepare them for life.
The most important thing I can give to my children is my time. I will spend time with them in order to learn from them and to listen to them.
I will teach my children to pray, as well as the importance of respect.
We are the caretakers of the children for the Creator. They are His children, not ours.
I am proud of my heritage. I will learn it if I can and help my children to learn it. In today's world it is easy for the children to go astray, so I will work to provide positive alternatives for them.
I will teach them the culture. I will encourage education. I will encourage sports. I will encourage them to talk to the Elders for guidance; but mostly, I will seek to be a role model myself.
I make this commitment to my children so they will have courage and find guidance through my traditional ways, but at the same time teach them to respect others ways of living.
GRANDFATHER PETER

DA NAHO AWEO (It has been said and is beautiful)