McMurry University - Totem Yearbook (Abilene, TX)

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A Tradition Midst the charm of tradition lingers special memories, friendships estab- lished, romances encountered, instruc- tion gained. Feelings experienced long ago are there too. colored by the gaiety of laughter, the agony of disappointment, the gloom of sadness. Wisdom of a sage unknown reminds us: no life, no love, ever crosses our path without affecting us in some way, forever. Within the depth of one’s soul well up the symphony of gratitude as one remembers simple greet- ings spoken, joys shared, counseling of- fered. To such an event as a homecoming, one brings pride in accomplishment: de- light marking achievement, perfection in progeny, superiority of knowledge. The remembrance of one’s status then, the Top right: John Horn makes a fearsome indian. Freshmen Garcia. Safronta Rogers and Rochelle McSherry beat the drum before Homecoming game Center right: Kiva club members prepare their tipi for competition. 22 - Activities

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(Center left) Spirit Indian Noemi Salmas begins the Homecoming ceremonies with the traditional shooting of the arrow (Center right) Reservation Princess. Sammie Dav- enport and Chief McMurry. Mark Haynes, smiles as they leave the football field. (Bottom right) Curious crowds wait in line to tour tipi-village. (Top Left) Dr Kim put the first spark in the fire during Homecoming festivities. (Top right) A childs shy smile is captured on film during a talk with an Indian squaw Activities — 21

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experiences since and where one is now boosts the ego. The thrust of pride in success is mellowed by words from a writ er of contemporary note Just when we begin to think we are memorable, we meet someone who can’t seem to remem- ber who we are ” The imaginary balloon bursts and life is kept in perspective Pausing to reflect on the past, let us live the present moment with the under- standing that words, reactions — our own - affect the lives of others forever Let this be the challenge for enthusiasm, loving, caring, understanding Let grati tude for beauty in others and deeds of persons who touch our life be verbalized. Bear the responsibility with graciousness, remember the moment our path crossed theirs. — Tom Isbell Class of '59 Top left McM students Theresa R . Denise D .. Joel D . and Jeff L prepare to go on a traditional walk to the torch- light pep rally Center left: Cheer- leaders Dawn Mathews. Suzy Anthony. Dianna Harris and Lanky Haynes sup- port the Indian football team in a spirit line Center right: Fascinated kids ex amine a savage Indian Bottom left Women's division winning tipi. Theta Chi. is one of many traditional aspects of Homecoming Activities - 23