05 Kinaalda Fifth Song

The Navajo Puberty Ceremony celebrating maturity of girls among the Navajo is held generally on the fourth night after the first evidence of the maiden’s entrance into womanhood. On the first morning following the moment of this change in life the girl bathes and dresses in her finest clothes.
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Changing Woman is thought to be a prominent female deity that changed humankind in the Navajo creation stories. She stands for the ideals of Navajo women. She embodies beauty, strength, generosity and humanity. So, to honor her and the Holy Ones, this Navajo puberty ceremony continues today.
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[@lavernemoreno7168]

I had my beautiful kinalda years ago. Hearing these help me remember the 4 days. I can recall all my aunties, sisters, cousins, uncle in ceremony camp. We had so much fun, running early mornings, grinding the corn, preparing, chopping wood for the fire. My godmother give me guidance - how to be strong minded, being patient during all night ceremony, sun rise blessings. Singing along with medicine man. He was also a person who spoke with kindness. When heard these songs - I cried for happiness of the beautiful memories and blessings I received when I was 14 years old in Lukachukai.

[@maizecharley358]

Loved singing along old age saa songs. Wishing I learned a lot from my grandfather. He passed on in 2016 at age 104.. Miss all my elders. I am the next generation and hardly anyone speaks the language anymore. All my children wish they could speak the language. It was my ex husband who didn't teach them due to his strong belief in NAC church and wasn't fond of the Navajo tradition.

[@benthompson8502]

Keep them coming, loved singing with my uncles before they made the journey due to covid. M miss going to ceremonies with them

[@lorrainewtouchine1221]

Love this!!! I have so many respect to my husband . I love to hear him sing these songs.. ❤