Falcon: Mar 21 – Apr 19 A natural born leader, the Falcon can always be looked upon for clear judgment in sticky situations. Furthermore, the characteristics for this Native American animal symbol never wastes time, rather he/she strikes while the iron is hot, and takes action in what must be done. Ever persistent, and always taking the initiative, the Falcon is a gem of a personality to have for projects or team sports. The Falcon can be a little on the conceited side – but he/she is usually right in his/her opinions – so a little arrogance is understood. In a supportive environmental the Falcon “soars” in his/her ability to maintain passion and fire in relationships, and always remaining compassionate. Deer: May 21 – Jun 20 This Native American animal symbol is the muse of the zodiac. The Deer is inspiring lively and quick-witted. With a tailor-made humor, the Deer has a tendency to get a laugh out of anyone. Excellent ability for vocalizing, the Deer is a consummate conversationalist. This combined with his/her natural intelligence make the Deer a must-have guest at dinner parties. Always aware of his/her surroundings, and even more aware of his/her appearance, the Deer can be a bit self-involved. However, the Deer’s narcissism is overlooked because of his/her congeniality and affability. In a supportive environment the Deer’s natural liveliness and sparkly personality radiate even more. He/she is an inspiring force in any nurturing relationship.

Poems in a Coffe Table Book in Poetry.com

So during my packing I found 2 poems that Poetry.com has published in one of their Coffee Table books. These poems was written by my daughter Amanda Rae (one by her and the other one was written by me in response to her's but both printed in the same book. Here they are :) "Thank You" Thank you for the day I was born, Thank you for my first word, Thank you for the day my fish died, Thank you for everything I tried, Thank you for the day I said my vows, Thank you for my first house. Thank you for me. Thank you for you. Written By Amanda Rae Campbell......... (my response poem published in the same book) "Amanda Rae, My Little One" Amanda Rae, she's my Little One! On her special little throne she sits upon, Just for her it was made. She's the last little part of me I help make. Born of such beauty, With hazel eyes such as I. And hair of golden hue. She will always be my Little One! Hope she knows how much she is LOVED and how much I so MISS my Amanda Rae, My Little One! I LOVE YOU... ALWAYS. Written By Tonie Lynn Campbell

Sitting near this beautiful waters edge, watching ripples take form from a stone I just tossed. The sound of the splash is as clear as the whippoorwill song as she sings her song near by. "Shhhh listen quietly as I sing softly to her music, words of my own heart". As the sun rays peek through the clouds making the left over rain drops sparkle on the pine branches just over my head. Thunder in the far distant as this mellow storm rolls through makes out to be my drum as I sing my song with the whippoorwill. Upon my feet I am now dancing to the music from all that nature is giving me and my words are so many for my heart has so much to say. Even as the sun hides behind the clouds it will never darken my heart. My heart is one of the most happiest of hearts ever found. As I stand on my elders dirt giving thanks in song for all they have taught me. The light from the sun though still behind a cloud, if you watch is now making shadows dance all around with me. The pines are my poles as I dance my heart around the place that my heart is so alive with no boundaries. My free spirit has been set free where it so belongs flying with that beautiful amazing eagle as she soars high above. Crickets and frogs throwing in their music to add to my song as I sing with the whippoorwill. Beautiful creatures sneaking in so quietly so not to disturb my awesome moment as I think that I'm all alone to watch my dance with nature that I so love and need. I see the glistening sparkles of their eyes hiding in the bushes as they shyly hide. My spirit forever is free in the waters that my stone ripples in as it splashes. My heart is a happy and beautifully spirited one forever to remain in the words of my song here where I dance with nature and her family. I am Whipperwill and my heart dances in the flames of a dream that has no end.

As An Eagle Flies Above, A Spirit Flies Below! (words from a dear friend)

The Cherokee have always known that we are a part of a greater unity extending back to the beginning of life and into the future of life...life itself was considered beautiful, which meant that we would show our gratitude with ceremony, song, dance and feats of sharing with every form of life ~♥

My Dominant Trait of Who I Am

Your Sensitivity is your Most Dominant Character Trait! You have a big heart with a lot of love to go around. Not only that, but you are extra aware of other people's feelings and very conscious as to how their emotions are affected by yours and other's behavior. The level of empathy you possess is greatly appreciated and picked up on by your friends and family, which is why you're such great company to have around.

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