I found this moment quite moving. This is a group of people lining up to shake the hands of people who had earned degrees, at any time, at the University of North Dakota. The elders led the line. I was touched by the mix of worlds of the Native American military woman shaking the hands of, and honoring, this elder and graduate.
And here is another shot of the same man.
Thank you for all your kind words about this set of photos. If you ever get to North Dakota in April, be sure and see if you can attend a Wacipi!
And here is another shot of the same man.
Thank you for all your kind words about this set of photos. If you ever get to North Dakota in April, be sure and see if you can attend a Wacipi!
11 comments:
I just have to say again how gorgeous and touching these photos are. The colors are amazing! Love the stories behind them, also. I love that first shot of all the dreamcatchers.
Dream catchers! There's my "Dream" theme again! One of these days I'm going to have to get me one!
What a beautiful tradition of honoring the older NDU graduates! Very moving!
I have loved seeing these and Learning about these people. I am enjoying it. Love the dreamcatchers!
I am so glad that you continued this series of photos; it has been a feast for the eyes and a trove of information. I found the last photos very touching, especially with the elder. It's too bad our culture doesn't honor the elderly like that.
Oh I would love to attend! And I'd love one of those dreamcatchers to! Wonderful photos!
Very cool! Our society could learn a few things about respect from them. Great captures!
I have to "ditto" what everyone has said! I love how you honor this tradition with your beautiful photos!
Very colorful and beautiful potos. It looks like another good reason to visit ND in April.
How touching these are! And love the feather placement shots too!
Great shots..my favorite is the 1st picture. I love all the colors.
Oh all the beautiful colors. Isnt there so much at a pow wow to capture. My head is always spinning.
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