The Moon and the Morning Star (topic of choice)

This myth provides us insight into how the Wichita people admired their ecosystem. These people became one with their land. The men were the hunters, and the women prepared the meals and took care of the children. The names of the Moon and the Morning Star shows us the unique titles of their native culture as well. Certainly, these individuals were very close, as this story gives us clues that the culture encourages large families, thus there were large villages. Also, the Wichita people probably had many celebrations and rituals of the hunt. This story mentions that the men had to sacrifice some of their game to the moon, stars, and other supernatural beings. In my eyes, I picture a large group sitting and dancing around a large fire, singing to the tune of the music that is being played. I am not sure what they were like, but they most likely had important rituals. This story was told by the chief and passed down from generation to generation. The Wichita people knew this story gave them a proud sense of identity. They used the various aspects and inhabitants surrounding their land to guide them, in the hope of a long and fulfilling life. For example, the women used the moon to help them prepare for having children, and seeing the morning star, told them when to drink and bathe in the river.