Thursday, July 9, 2015

Back to Crow: Open Heart & Open Mind

On my way to yoga this evening, I was definitely wondering who's idea it was for me to return to Crow Agency this summer?  Some of you will recall, that on my trip last summer, I faced many challenges:  both programmatic(did they really want us there?) and team based(having to send a team member home may be the hardest thing a team leader has to do).  Initially, I was reluctant to return.  Over the fall and early winter, my thoughts softened, I was able to remember the positive outcomes of the trip, the relationships developed, and the need to wage peace and justice, one person at a time.  Thus I agreed to lead another team.  As the time has grown closer, and communication with the tribal members and othes in Crow Agency has been sparce and distant, I once again questioned my decision.

Then three things happened today:  Les Left Hand, the Head Start director,  surprised me with a welcoming and enthusiastic phone call, Andrew put the final touches on our rental transportation, and I went to yoga.  How apt that the theme for the class was "heart opening" and stress relief for the neck and shoulders!  Leaving the class, I knew I was headed in the right direction.

More from Crow Agency tomorrow,

Love to all of you
Barbara

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