Snow Softly Falling…

His name, Donali…

Meaning “Great One”

Killed bear with a knife

Outside the hunter’s camp

Though only ten winters

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Her name, Naleen

Simple and shy

Promised at only

Nine winters

Father’s last daughter to give

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Him more afraid than the day

In front of bear with a knife

Knees quaking

Brothers laughing

Standing now in front of her

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Her, first time

Also standing in front of him

Fathers both agreeing

Not caring of feelings

Maiden’s heart bursting

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His hand on her chest

Feeling heart beating

Her hand on his face

Warm to the touch

Both smile

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And in the moment

The future is set

Both turn away

Go back to their tents

Snow softly falling…