http://slow.writerscafe.org/Jaweena The original writings of author Jaweena...Eileen Quintana en-us Copyright 2026 WritersCafe.org 1775968794 WritersCafe.org RSS Generator 15 Haiku to celebrate the fresh powder on Mt Nebo this morning. We will have a long cold winter. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jaweena/1244379/ We are most like our deities when we "create" with our hands, minds, bodies and spirit -articulating the thoughts and emotions held within. Ready to pour out of our being to the universe. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jaweena/1116596/ Listen! What do you hear? http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jaweena/1062144/ Within Navajo culture, girls are traditionally blessed with coming of age ceremony- Kinaalda. This rite of passage observance is an important time in life. Striving to emulate Changing Woman. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jaweena/1027591/ I pray at the mouth of Spanish Fork canyon every morning.... http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jaweena/942729/ Reflecting about my habits.... http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jaweena/928635/ haiku http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jaweena/886928/ The wonder of bearing children and Mothers....thoughts of Shima. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jaweena/832340/ Trips into nearby Utah mountains where we like to play, often makes me think back to times of the past. What took place here? The blood and flesh of my ancestors call out to me..... http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jaweena/823958/ Prejudice limits your scope of the world, it depletes and drains you. Choose to make up your own mind, discover the truth yourself. Don't pre-judge people or experiences because of fear and ignorance. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jaweena/795175/ I cared for my elderly mother for many years until her death. Now I volunteer with a non-profit humanitarian organization called "Adopt A Native Elder" (www.anelder.org) Great Program! http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jaweena/788270/ Haiku about thunderstorm. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jaweena/788210/ Dreaming.... http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jaweena/781497/ Week-ends spent watching Native American traditional dance competitions. From Friday evening to Sunday afternoon, camping out with family and friends at outdoor Pow Wow arena's. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jaweena/779973/ Shadi means older sister in Navajo. I recently lost my oldest sister. I am writing to process my thoughts during this grieving period. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jaweena/766410/ "Shadi" means elder sister in Navajo. I recently lost my sister as she made her journey to the spirit world. I am writing to heal my broken heart http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jaweena/766178/ Our lives are filled with work, school and activities. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jaweena/757403/ When a girl has her first menstruation, we celebrate this sacred event with Kinaalda Ceremony. She transitions from being a child to a young woman. Four Days of observing ageless traditions. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jaweena/756502/ Exchanging wedding vows.... http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jaweena/756467/ anticipation of summer rains in southwest desert http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jaweena/754965/ observing desert life come alive as rain pours down. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jaweena/754257/ to my love.... http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jaweena/705314/ inspired by all of Nature's creation. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jaweena/703821/ I wrote these entries into my journal after my mother passed away. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jaweena/697612/ "Ahehee"...thank-you to my lover, my warrior, my husband for leading with understanding. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jaweena/695594/ Traditional cradle-boards have been used in my family for years protecting our babies from harm. Many people don't understand the concept, so I thought I would try to explain. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jaweena/695302/ memories of my "Chubz." http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jaweena/694351/ I am venting.... http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jaweena/689701/ Haiku about Sun Dancing. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jaweena/688844/ Native American Pow Wow are events where we socialize and bond with our community. Pondering my experience of traveling to Pow Wows during this beautiful summer. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jaweena/688842/ I love the winter. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jaweena/685345/ Retelling a true story about an my great grandmother. This is one event that was told to me by my mother. From what I have calculated the time period would have been around 1850-1860 http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jaweena/682501/ I am from the Nearwater Clan, Born for the Edgewater Clan,My maternal grandparent is from the Folded Arms ClanMy paternal grandparent is from the Towering House ClanThis is how I am a Dine' woman.I introduce myself in this way to honor the people that I come from. Each one of these powerful cla.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jaweena/680651/ writing Haiku in Navajo describing warmth of today! http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jaweena/679409/