72 C HAPTER 6 Â· Saturation of the Terrestrial Carbon Sink in use and in landfills, (6) sediments of reservoirs andrivers, (7) atmospheric C fixed by U.S. ecosystems andthen exported by rivers, or (8) exported commercially(food and fiber).2 C HAPTER 6 Â· Saturation of the Terrestrial Carbon Sink in use and in landfills, (6) sediments of reservoirs andrivers, (7) atmospheric C fixed by U.S. ecosystems andthen exported by rivers, or (8) exported commercially(food and fiber).
The snake is an ancient symbol among indigenous people throughout the Americas. Often called the serpent, snake figures appear in Native American culture, art and religion. The symbolism of the snake relates to transformation, fertility, patience, feminine powers and healing.
While the particulars of the ceremonies, and the herbs used can vary widely between tribes and nations, many use forms of sage (ex., common sage or white sage) and cedar that is local to their region. Not all Native American and First Nations cultures that burn herbs for ceremony call what they do, smudging.