Lewis combines years of researching historical documents and collecting oral stories

wide-ranging work of art

and historical ephemera

and linguist

and just wants some space to herself

Gaa-izhi-miinigoowizid a’aw Anishinaabe: What We Were Given as Anishinaabe justice Lewis combines years of researchingA respected Ojibwe elder records the many traditions and ceremonies, from birth customs and dream catchers to fasting and first kill feasts, practiced by Ojibwe children and their parents. The Ojibwe have many ways of marking important moments in an Ojibwe childs life. Customs surrounding pregnancy and childbirth. Handling of a babys belly button. A childs first moccasins. What happens when a child first touches the ground. Naming ceremonies. What to