Inés Hernández-Ávila
Serpent movement hugs
the earth as eagles become
the ancestors' eyes
In Chiapas corn
fields climb the mountain searching
the heavens for grace
Magueyes burst forth
from stones announcing their place
in the lush cosmos
Tzetzal and Tzotzil
spirits survive and reclaim
their ancient presence
Bartolomé sighs
ancient ghosts dance with him
echoes come alive
Corazonadas
deep memories of the earth
emerge triumphant
Nimipu Yaqui
Pawnee greet Tzetzal Tzotzil
Tojolabal hearts
Marta young Mayan
Draws Pawnee stars in the night
Her smile makes us dance
La Chiapaneca
canta el cielo abre
besa la tierra
Madre Tonantzin
ya eres Zapatista
Venceremos pues