This collection of bilingual poems about a young Nahuatl boy explores the bitter effect of blatant racism and the healing power of Mother Earth. A loving Nahuatl grandmother has taught Tetl—also called Jorge—to seek spiritual sustenance from Mother Earth. These poems delve into the pain of bigotry while simultaneously celebrating the healing power found in ancient stones, the song of birds, the gift of corn, the warmth of the sun, the playful spirit of the wind, and the life-giving water. mm