by J. M. Lyons
the night grew closer to an end and everyone was filled with an
early dinner we all retired to our tents before the stars took their
rightful place in the night sky.
I slowly put my grandmothers mirror and brush into a small
bag that fit me perfect across my chest. I then placed the golden
canister into a fur pouch then into the bag. I packed a few extra
animal fur's to keep me warm, and a few extra pairs of old ripped
jeans that I had found earlier along with a few fitted tops. I knew
that food wouldn't be a problem, because my grandmother always
told me that the Mountains would provide everything that I needed. After packing I sat there on the bed, quite. I slowly laid
back and drifted off to sleep.
The next morning I got myself ready, and stepped out of the
tent to find that everyone was also ready to go. Everything in the
camp was still and with a lingering heavy feeling. Steve had his
bag, Jim had his, Tucker had his, and Jon had his. They were all
ready to go on the quest with me. I looked at them with a sigh as
they looked back at me.
The Elder's stood there looking at us, then slowly they walked
over to each of us, each of them saying small prayers. Then elder
Wolf gave Jon his stick that was decorated with animals and rock
formations; Elder Wing gave Tucker his stick that was decorated
with animals and circle, swirling lines. Uncle Tom stepped over to
Jim and gave him a stick that was decorated with wavy designs.
Dad gave Steve his stick that was covered in red and orange
colors with small designs on it.
Elder Wolf stepped back with his hands in the air. "Gods of
the Weeping Mountain, we have given our power over to the next
generation. We relinquish all these powers to the new Elemental's
and the Bringer of the Red Moon, she will be the reason of the
Moon Rising once again." He said, looking at me. "Mia, we will meet again, I just know it." Elder Wing said, as
he quickly walked away from us. "We will be here until your return.
I love you both." Dad said, as too quickly walked away. I think he
did that so he didn't see us leave. We all turned and headed into
the direction of the Mountain.
"Mia, are you ready?" Tucker asked as we could no longer
see or hear anything or anyone from the camp. "I am; what about
the rest of you are all of you ready for this?" I asked looking at
everyone; as we all walked closely together in a single file along a
small overgrown path. "We will follow our leader." They all
repeated one by one. "I will follow you to the end of the earth Mia.
I will go where ever you want me to." Jon said softly. "I know you
will." I replied softly with a smile.
The morning sun was hot and bright, we reached the huge
clearing that lead to the beginning of the lake. We all stood there
staring at the lake then up to the massive mountain; pondering the
thoughts of our quest as it begins; turning back was not an option
anymore. We slowly followed the bank of the lake toward the
mountain; as fear and worry built within me as we started our journey to the red diamonds.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
I was born in Kealakekua, on the Big Island of Hawaii. When I was two weeks old, I was adopted by my grandparents who lived on the small island of Moloka'i with my eldest sister. I am the youngest of four children. I grew up on Hawaiian Homestead Land with my biological parents, a brother and another sister only minutes away.
I attended Kaunakakai Elementary School and later Moloka'i High and Intermediate School. I have always had a passion to write; and now I have with my first book of The Red Moon Series, Moon Rising.
I am a mother of four children; my eldest son is 14, my second son is 12, my daughter is 8 and my youngest son is 1. I am married to my best
friend, who I love with all my heart and with whom I have been with for 15 years.
I give thanks to god for giving me the opportunity and creativity to write stories that capture the minds of people all around the world. I encourage everyone to follow their passions and do what you feel is best for you. Don't ever give up on your dreams and aim for the stars, but when you get there don't stop, go for the moon.