"Like the living Universe that is within and around us, the most fundamental characteristic of the world we all live in is change. This change unfolds according to natural physical and spiritual laws! Without change there is death! The same principle applies to Cultures! When cultures close themselves off from change they die, as well! Any culture that continues to flourish, no matter what challenges they may face hold on to their spiritual foundations, at all costs!
As my beloved father used to ask me, “Can Dakotas play bridge?" Then after a short pause, he would say “Yes, of course, we all have the spiritual power to do anything that we choose to give our life and dedication! So choose wisely my son, because every action we take individually or collectively have consequences!" Brother Phil