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| Melanie "Little Cloud" Bell's coming-of-age ceremony (na'ii'ees), was held on Mescalero Apache land in New Mexico during late July 2002. This was a rare, traditional version of the ritual, which lasted a week. |
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   Melanie's mom, Frances Cochise. Left and below: Ritual massages (niztii) and sprints (gishshizhaahá bidaa leedilyee) prepare Melanie for endurance dancing. |
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Me and other visiting family members.
Photos of Melanie at homecoming and her brother Zane sent in by their mom. PHOTO ALBUM OF MELANIE"S WEDDING - 2011  |
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 Gaan dancers banish bad spirits. Big Red Hair Homepage Big Red Hair Site Map |
 As Melanie dances through the night, cooks prepare a post-midnight meal. For more info on this ceremony: Children of Changing Woman |
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