http://www.bellaonline.com/Site/nativeamerican BellaOnline's Native American site provides news, culture, recipes, crafts, forum, newsletters and reviews. en-us Copyright 2013 BellaOnline.com All Rights Reserved. Sun, 26 May 2013 02:20:38 EST 240 http://www.bellaonline.com/images/logo.jpg http://nativeamerican.bellaonline.com http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art171544.asp Flags symbolize a nation or country and can be inspirational in design. The official flag of the Crow Tribal Nation is a fine example. The Apsaalooke flag has a sky blue background with the official Tribal seal in the center. The flag bears much symbolism and reveals a proud history. Sat, 25 May 2013 20:30:00 EST http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art23358.asp Our Ancestors realized the wonder and value of nature. They looked to nature as a great teacher. We are taught that nature speaks to us if we listen. The secrets of life are revealed among the behavior of animals, the creativity in flower blossoms, and in the whisperings of the trees. Sat, 18 May 2013 18:00:00 EST http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art21601.asp “It does not require many words to speak the truth.” Chief Joseph, Nez Perce (1840-1904) Natives have experienced first-hand the nearly irrevocable damage that hateful words can cause. There is hope that we can turn this around by joining together and healing our souls. Sat, 11 May 2013 09:00:00 EST