The video image of the Cherokee women’s "burden basket" represents Woman. The baby blanket flows from the basket symbolizing a new life entering this world. The ribbon signifies the biological connection between mother and child.  The baby moccasins represent her infant.  The corn reflects the mother's commitment to nurture and sustain this newest generation to whom she has given life, and points the way to the child’s future.

In most Native American agricultural societies corn is considered a symbol of feminine energy.   For the ancient Cherokee, corn was their essential life-giving resource and religious ceremonies were held to assure the abundance of corn production.  In Cherokee mythology, "Selu" (which means corn in Cherokee) was "First Woman" who brought the gift of life (corn) to the People.