Good morning all. Today is the third day of the Ride and they leave Wessington Springs and go 30 miles to Woonsocket (71 miles of the 325 miles)

Woonsocket

They will have breakfast on their own, Lunch with the Chuck Wagon and Dinner in Woonsocket. The horses will stay at the usual farm and the Riders will stay at the Woonsocket Community Center

Thanks go to all of the people involved in Woonsocket.

More information tomorrow

Mo Nichols & Ramona Gerber interacting
Mo Nichols
Not sure if this is allowed, or if it will come out, being written,as it is in my heart...this is from my heart,and zero disrespect is meant by this...only love. I hope this comes through as such.
Many of you know I just learned of the reason behind this ride a few months ago??. Not knowing prior to that,and the reason for the ride breaks my heart. I am honored to be able to join the group,and show support as I am able. I am proud of all who are on this journey. Thank you for sharing with me. I am grateful for the teachings.
To me this is an amazing demonstration of respect,honor,dedication,forgiveness,healing,love,sacrifice,and fight. Our nation, our people,our world,our ancestors,our future generations,and our Mother Earth needs this.
We are connected to the same Creator,all brothers and sisters who need this awareness, the true history,the healing,mending, love,and forgiveness, the ways of love,connectedness,respect,and honor.
I'm not sure if anyone has ever apologized,surely not our Government, for any of the genocide,stealing of land,the breaking of treaties,the classifications of less than,the current atrocities that are still taking place,the harsh treatment,nor the pure hate that still exist from others.
I am saying "I'm sorry for all of the suffering, past and present, caused by any of my ancestors to any and all life on this earth" I do not know the past of my genealogy,nor will I probably ever. I do, however, believe we are all connected. We must learn together,acknowledge the truth,heal ourselves,heal others,support one another,and grow together.
Please know that I am with each one of you in spirit! I stand with you, I will stand up for you, I honor and respect you! I will honor the sacred hoop.(still learning)
I will not be an instrument for hate. I will do all in my power to learn,share,and teach truth! I cannot change the entire world,but I can change myself. The insanity to stop with me. I will do my part to heal seven back and seven forward.
Please be safe on this ride! Ride with the pride,dignity,honor,sacredness,passion,respectcompassion,and love that you so deserve to be shown by All! May we all open our hearts to the sacred ways you show us! May we honor Mother Earth. Walk gently her,for those to come need us to do so! May Grandfather Sun warm your days,and Grandmother Moon watch over you in your slumber. May Creator keep you all safe,and may you receive the blessings you need!
With gratitude,love,and respect
A'ho

Ramona Gerber
I was unaware of the reason for this ride until last year's ride & posts. I took the time to watch the documentary & I bawled my eyes out.
As an Alaska Native, I can identify with it's purpose & am grateful for the updates. I am following from afar again this year. The riders who participate are showing much respect & I pray that the Ancestors watch over all participants. I bought last year's hoody from Lou Fuentes and wear it in support.
When I watched the documentary last ride it definitely had a resonating impact on my heart. The young who ride are doing it for their own personal journey. What an amazing event to honor, educate & experience hand the sacrifices by rider & horse. May the ancestors protect & guide & may Mother Nature provide good weather.
Bless all the support staff & those providing food & lodging while on this journey.

Mo Nichols
Ramona, I too watched the documentary,during a mending broken hearts workshop,and have watched it a few times since. It left my heart, mind ,and soul in absolute turmoil. Broken would be an understatement. Everything I "believed" was untrue. It is not the history I was taught in school nor by society. Just like Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays. I am learning truths,and becoming in touch with what I believe to be true for myself, and learning ways I can heal and help others. Personally,I think this should be mandatory watch in all schools. Until we face the truth,nothing changes. I do not condone sweeping this under the rug, and ignoring this any longer. When I wear my shirt and am asked about the ride I give a loving, direct explanation and encourage others to watch the documentary.
Love and blessings to all who show their support for this amazing journey! A'ho

Ramona Gerber
Mo, last year was a spiritual awakening having followed the events @ Standing Rock and following The Ride. It ignited much more passion for my culture & I got involved in learning to harvest traditional planes like devil's club, spruce tips, etc.
I am a participant with a canoe family & hope to take my first canoe journey in June. I am proud to be a strong Tlingit lady & will continue my journey. I can hardly wait for January, a paddle workshop - make my own paddle.
We gain much respect for those who came before us if we take the time to empower ourselves.