Between Two Worlds"** In the quiet of night, a baby’s breath, A soul intertwined, dancing with death, Split between worlds, where shadows play, With two imaginary friends who guide my way. From the shores of Hawaii to the mountains so high, A family of colors, where spirits never die, With gods and goddesses whispering in the breeze, Their ancient songs carried on the leaves. Oh, I’m a spirit set free, Between two worlds, I find my peace, With love in my heart, I embrace my fight, In the tapestry of life, I shine so bright. In a big Hawaiian family, laughter and song, With stories of ancestors, where we all belong, And in the quiet moments, with faith I would roam, In a small Cherokee home, I found my heart’s home. Questioning the teachings of the Baptist creed, With empathy flowing like a river's seed, I’ve raised many children, given love and light, But becoming a mom—oh, what a true delight. Oh, I’m a spirit set free, Between two worlds, I find my peace, With love in my heart, I embrace my fight, In the tapestry of life, I shine so bright. Through the Army’s call, I stood my ground, Now in Hawaiian service, my purpose is found, We’ll rise for our homeland, reclaim what’s ours, Like a phoenix from ashes, we’ll reach for the stars. Native hearts united, like dominoes fall, For freedom and justice, we’ll answer the call. With a partner beside me, our dreams intertwined, In the journey of motherhood, our hearts aligned, Through IUI magic, our family grew strong, In the love of a mother, we’ve always belonged. So here’s to the moments, the laughter and tears, To a love that endures through all of the years, With spirits beside me, I carry the flame, In the heart of my children, they’ll carry my name, With whispers of courage, they’ll rise up the same. Through stories of old and dreams yet to be, I’ll teach them the power of love, wild and free. Oh, I’m a spirit set free, Between two worlds, I find my peace, With love in my heart, I embrace my fight, In the tapestry of life, I shine so bright. With the strength of my lineage, I stand tall and proud, In the dance of the pow wow, I’m lost in the crowd. The spirits of ancestors guide every step, In the rhythm of life, their legacy’s kept. From the shores of Hawaii to the heart of the land, We’ll reclaim our stories, united we stand. So here’s to the future, where love knows no bounds, To the laughter of children and the joy that surrounds, In the arms of my partner, our dreams take flight, Together we’ll shine like the stars in the night. With hope in our hearts and strength in our hands, We’ll build a tomorrow where freedom expands. Oh, I’m a spirit set free, Between two worlds, I find my peace, With love in my heart, I embrace my fight, In the tapestry of life, I shine so bright. So let the waves crash, let the winds carry tales, Of a life lived with purpose, where love never fails. Bet