Each of us has known kindred souls. They are those special persons who understand exactly how we feel and what we think and need. They seldom talk about it. Such relationships have no need for discussion. Their quiet companionship is balm to the spirit and enough without words. Wherever we are, we meet these special people who have known loneliness and have heard the empty echoes but have not let them spoil anything. They are what the Cherokee calls, a ga-li s gv ti tia. They are on the sunny side. Now they mark the way for us, telling us that life is good and we are going to do well -- what we really need to hear, we are not alone. Then, we can reach back and take someone else's hand to lead them across the lonely places.
- Joyce Sequichie Hifler: A Cherokee Feast of Days -

The monitor within my breast has taught me the will of the Great Spirit....
- Senachwine -

(from the same book)