This piece is a tribute to all the first born women of the family and their important position they have to setting the example and leading a path to success. This piece is moreover honoring my eldest daughter Monica (First Woman).

Tiger lilies are flowers that grew wild among many flowers in the Dakota plains where we lived and were a special gift given to her when I returned from my travels on horseback.

The first women are very special individuals that stand out first among all the other flowers. The white horse is from our Great-Grandfather "Yellow Bird"- h e was a member of the Ghost Society and keeper of a horse medicine bundle. I was told that he would send a white horse to protect us from harm.
 
This work also is a tribute to my sister Nelrene the first born of our family and one of the very special individuals that inspired and encouraged me to create art; I love you both so very much. Do your best and set the example for the rest to follow.