Congratulations to Aliya Waltemeyer for sponsoring a Yuwipi Ceremony. It was an honor and a privilage to help prepare for such an important Ceremonial such as the Yuwipi. This particular rite can be held for very personal reasons and therefore participation is limited. The Yuwipi ritual may be held for very specific purposes. Among them are healings, finding lost or stolen objects, and finding solutions to problems. It is held in a darkened room. The Medicine Man is wrapped and tied into a blanket and placed face down in the center of a circle of prayer ties. Specific songs are sung throughout the evening allowing the Spirits to intervene for a small moment in our lives.
James Crow Dog, the Medicine Man presiding over the Ceremony, was prompt and assertive. We have found that he is a man who carries his responsibilities well. On behalf of all of the people that he has healed and counseled we would like to express our gratitude so we say Wopila! We would like to thank all of the wonderful individuals who have donated so graciously. These donations made it possible for James to have the food, gas, and lodging required to make these journeys from South Dakota. We look forward to many more amazing Ceremonies and teachings as we co-create this red road together.
