The White Dog's PathThe Milky Way was known as Ofi Tohbi Ihina (the White Dogs road), and is believed to be the path that deceased Chickasaw tribal members use to travel to the other side. During the COVID 19 pandemic, the Chickasaw Nation suffered the loss of significant tribal elders who were artists, culture bearers, storytellers, language speakers, and song leaders. Through mourning the loss of loved ones, comfort is found, knowing that Ofi Tohbi Ishto was waiting to