water gourd

water gourd
  Ipu wai, hue wai, nuku pueo.

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  • Tiah Piah Black War Shield Gourd Society — The Tiah Piah Black War Shield Gourd Society, also known as the Gourd Society, is an intertribal organization comprised of both Native American and non Native American U.S. Military Veterans who participate in the society activities and practice… …   Wikipedia

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