“One way to remain an indigenous person within a rapidly changing world is to uphold the philosophy, or spirit, of the teachings of our elders and ancestors. The ancestors provided a moral code, a way of living, and ways of interpreting and relating to the rest of the universe. This philosophy was not just [...]
Learning about respectful relations
October 6th, 2009 · No Comments
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Old Fort Western Opportunity
January 23rd, 2009 · 1 Comment
Opportunity knocks! If you do not know about the inexpensive, articulate, wonderfully planned, fully researched, hands-on programs offered by Old Fort Western (museum, Historic Landmark, education center in Augusta), you need to rush to their website and download the Programs brochure (or just click my link – it is a .pdf file). There [...]
Inaugural Heads Up 1 – Indian Country
January 22nd, 2009 · No Comments
So much has happened in the last two months, it’s hard to know where and how to begin. Right now, the Inauguration is on my mind. First, let’s see what “inauguration” means (language is very important – it is rarely wholly ours). The word is from Latin, “inauguare” which in turn comes from the root [...]
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