"The old ones say the Native American women; will lead the healing among the tribes. Inside; them are the powers of love and strength; given by the Moon and Earth. When everyone; else gives up it is the women who sings the; songs of strength. She is the backbone of the; people. So, to our women we say, sing your; songs of strength; pray for your special; powers; keep our people strong; be; respectful, gentle, and modest."; Village Wise Man Lakota; Oglala Girl in front of tipi