"Cage the badger and he will try to break from his prison and regain his native hole. Chain the eagle to the ground - he will strive to gain his freedom, and though he fails, he will lift his head and look up at the sky which is home - and we want to return to our mountains and plains, where we used to plant corn, wheat and beans."


-- Written by a Navajo in 1865

Friday, May 27, 2011

The Santa Fe Artisan Plaza and Square

Today and yesterday, our small group had the privilege of visiting the Santa Fe artisan market. Here, one has the ability to purchase gorgeous sterling silver and turquoise jewelry that is hand made by the natives of New Mexico. I had the chance to buy a sterling and turquoise necklace and small ear cuff. Along with jewelry, the natives are also very talented leather workers. I purchased a black leather wrist cuff from a very kind leather smith. A small group of us made our way over to the Loretto Cathedral. This cathedral is famous for the "Miraculous Staircase". As well as visiting the cathedral and artisans, we had the pleasure of speaking with a Navajo weaver named Joyce. She spoke with us about peace of mind, balance of the soul and paying attention to ones elders. The food is absolutely incredible and the scenery is breath taking.



Above are strands of chiles for sale in a small market.




A small tapestry shop in the center of Santa Fe.



Bull skulls, tapestries and sun pottery for sale in a market.
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