“ It is amazing to me that so little is still known about the Trail of Tears or the lives of the Cherokees themselves. Joseph Bruchac
“ The best teachers have showed me that things have to be done bit by bit. Nothing that means anything happens quickly--we only think it does. The motion of drawing back a bow and sending an arrow strai… Joseph Bruchac
“ The Trail of Tears should teach all of us the importance of respect for others who are different from ourselves and compassion for those who have difficulties. Joseph Bruchac
“ Every year, I travel extensively in the autumn and the spring. I set most of the winter and summer aside for my family and my own tribal relatives. But during that traveling time, I often find myself… Joseph Bruchac
“ One of the things I've been taught by Native American elders is the importance of patience, of waiting to do things when the time is right. Joseph Bruchac
“ We need to walk to know sacred places, those around us and those within. We need to walk to remember the songs. Joseph Bruchac
“ Never think that war is a good thing, grandchildren. Though it may be necessary at times to defend our people, war is a sickness that must be cured. War is a time out of balance. When it is truly over… Joseph Bruchac
“ Another of the hard things about being in a war, grandchildren, is that although there are times of quiet when the fighting has stopped, you know you will soon be fighting again. Those quiet times giv… Joseph Bruchac
“ Kill every enemy twice, Wilky said. Better than gettin' shot by a soldier pretending to be dead. Joseph Bruchac
