Crazy Horse, of the Oglala Lakota tribe, played an integral role in the Battle of Little Bighorn, also known as Custer’s Last Stand. His likeness is now carved into a Black Hills mountain at The Crazy Horse Memorial. The famous leader resisted having his photograph taken, often responding to picture requests with “would you imprison my shadow too?” The memorial sculptor created his likeness based on descriptions from those who knew him. The grand visage, cut into granite, intends to honor the Native American values that Crazy Horse fought for and defended.
Why The Crazy Horse Memorial Remains Unfinished After 75 Years
Situated on a mountain in the Black Hills of South Dakota, the nearly 600 feet high Crazy Horse Memorial has been under construction since 1948.
The Crazy Horse monument in the Black Hills of South Dakota’s Custer City is a marvel to behold. Despite construction having begun in 1948, the cliffside tribute to the Lakota chief has yet to be completed. Its development certainly makes for a riveting story, but is all the more remarkable for the man it aims to honor.
If completed, the sculpture will depict the Native American warrior on his horse and pointing to his tribal land below — which the Oglala sub-tribe he led considered sacred. His head is currently the only finished part of the sculpture. At 87 feet high, it exceeds that of each U.S. President’s head at Mount Rushmore by 27 feet.
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"Life is a song — sing it. Life is a game — play it. Life is a challenge — meet it. Life is a dream — realize it. Life is a sacrifice — offer it. Life is love — enjoy it."
It's not selfish. It's not rude. It's imperative. You are allowed
to determine who gets access to
you. You are allowed to want
people in your life who make
you feel light and supported.
You can set that standard. It's
your life. Don't forget that.
The Tale of the Pencil
The Tale of the Pencil is a metaphorical story that emphasizes the idea that everyone has unique strengths and weaknesses that can be used to create something beautiful and meaningful.
In the story, a pencil maker tells the pencil five important lessons as it goes through life.
First, the pencil maker says that everything that happens to the pencil is part of its sharpening process.
Second, the pencil maker reminds the pencil that it can always correct its mistakes.
Third, the pencil maker tells the pencil that what’s inside it – the lead – is what’s most important.
Fourth, the pencil maker says that the pencil will be useful only if it allows itself to be held and guided by the hand that holds it.
Finally, the pencil maker reminds the pencil that eventually it will be left behind, but the marks it leaves behind will make a difference.
The story is often used as a metaphor for personal growth and the idea that everyone has unique strengths and weaknesses that can be used to create something meaningful.
It emphasizes that we should accept ourselves for who we are, learn from our mistakes, focus on what’s most important, be guided by others, and make our mark on the world in a positive way.
“Elegance is a glowing inner peace. Grace is an ability to give as well as to receive and be thankful. Mystery is a hidden laugh always ready to surface! Glamour only radiates if there is a sublime courage & bravery within: glamour is like the moon; it only shines because the sun is there.”
Have a good morning and happy blessing weekend to all. love mary
THIS IS ME////// HAVE A BEAUTIFUL DAY. THIS WAS TAKING 1960 WHEN I LIVED IN NORTHVALE NJ.
Have a beautiful day, GOD bless you all my dear friend, love mary.
