“What did you say?” I asked, as she pointed in the direction I should go. I couldn’t tell exactly where she was pointing, and some of her words were muffled. …
Wiwanyang Wacipi—The Sacred Sun Dance
Over the last 15 or 16 years, I’ve been around Indian ceremonies more than any other kind. I’m not sure why; I never made a conscious choice to follow the …
Mr. President Where Were You When Katrina Blew?
It is no secret amongst my friends and family that I am not a Bush supporter. I would feel more respect for him if he actually behaved like a leader. …
Who Could Ask For Anything More?
My friend calls me late last night, tells me some horrific news and expects me to sleep soundly. He tells me that a couple in Ohio puts their disabled children …
Childless Not By Choice
When I was a little girl, I had three dreams. The first one was to be a teacher. The second one was to get married and the third most important …
Find Your Own Truth
There are certain truths in this world that can always be trusted. Politicians will always be obscure, insurance companies will always try and get out of actually paying out, and …
When Choice No Longer Becomes a Choice
Free will. It’s something we’re all supposed to have. God himself gave us this gift, or so they say. What, then, happens when others believe you are not entitled to …
The Making of a Maestro
While others joyfully celebrated Christmas, a woman sobbed uncontrollably in a dimly light shed pleading with God to spare the life of her youngest son. That woman was my mother …
Nature’s Balance
In September, Beth and I are riding an Alaska ferry to Skagway. We’ll spend a little time in Juneau and four days in Ketchikan. We’re booked. We’re going to take …