Wa e-zaagad waasa yaad, miish giizhowepijigan!
When someone is far away, send them a scarf!

At the upcoming conference Kenny Pheasant will be talking about Noojimowin (Healing). He will be sharing Anishinaabe terminology that is used when a loved one walks on. Kenny reminds us, “We have a powerful and spiritual language that not only comforts us at these times but guides us as we walk on our path.” Visit his site "Depii Aabtoojiingewin" www.distanthugs.com to learn about his recent work and practice the phrases you could use to share your own love for a relative.

Waasa ndi ji aaptoojiinge. I am hugging far away.
Waasa ndi ji aaptoojiinin. I am hugging YOU from far away.
Waasa ndi ji aaptoojiinim. I am hugging YOU ALL from far away.