The story of Rosie/Cougar Woman is movingly told in verse. Rosie's tale of her native background and the rich experiences that formed her life are interpreted at the kitchen table by a mainstream friend. These poems explore the life of an old woman. From her mystical reminiscences of the atayohkau in Sun Dance to her tales of the hardships of life in the wilds and her comical recollections of the female camaraderie of the testicle game in Tell Me Yes Or No, Rosie's story presents us with a life lived broadly and fully - and enjoyed.