‘The cultural significance shows my path, my tribes path and the future of those yet to come. Each day I smudge, I use sage to bless my feet and with the intention to walk a holy path and even more to bless the areas I walk on. I want to be mindful of my footprint in this world and on earth. If I could wear my moccasins daily, I would. They bring about growth and peace. They also reflect on my sobriety, I have been clean and sober for 16 years. Before my path was not bright, these moccasins allow me to see that my journey has been such a blessing, and what a gift today! I get to be an enrolled tribal member of the Ioway Tribe of Kansas and Nebraska.’  ~Sarita Da Silva