Sand Dancer Ornament

Sand Dancer OrnamentIn Navajo mythology, Yei is the Navajo name for the benevolent supernatural beings who created the Navajo people, and taught them how to live in harmony with Nature. Depicted as kilted figures facing forward, with square heads, elongated bodies and raised arms, their image is featured in sand painting ceremonies and as designs woven into Navajo rugs and saddle blankets.

preparing to release their fury into the sky - bright

Today they are valued as works of art that are reminders of our heritage… and prized as unique

This magical mare is dancing to the melody of the universe

Joe Pye Weed and Chicory

Displaying decorations from our childhood may no longer be trendy

snow-covered foothills

One cold and stormy Christmas Eve

The story crosses tribal lines

As he steps onto the stone ledge that overlooks the valley below - his domain - the westerly winds whirl Zephyr's mane and tail so they look as if they are about to take flight

and a new way to celebrate the season with laughter

tattoos have become a mainstream part of Western fashion for decorative and cosmetic reasons

recognizable by its grey and black coat and red and white adornments