Due to many events that have taken place in my life recently including the loss of very meaningful people in my life including my grandfather, it is expected that I have a 2nd coming of age ceremony. My first coming of age ceremony started when I was 15 but took place when I was 17 and was not only a ceremony to help me transition into adulthood but was also to acknowledge my introduction into membership within the Diné community under the bilagáana clan. Although the growth of my hair is a visual representation of who I have become thus far and is a meaningful expression of my commitment to the culture and heritage of the Diné and their acceptance of me into their family, it would not be hozho of me to not go through with the haircut ceremony. I am providing my understanding of this ceremony and am seeking the wisdom and guidance of my elders as to their expectations, their requirements of me, specific ceremonial needs, and who shall be permitted to take part in the ceremony Name: Na...