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O'siyo Brothers and Sister!
The lead article in this issue concerns the
loss of Native tongues in Oklahoma. The sad truth is Oklahoma is not
unique in this regard. Our Native languages are disappearing, and with
them our Native cultures.
Language is arguably the most important component of a culture, because
much of the rest of that culture is normally transmitted orally. It is
impossible to understand the subtle nuances and deep meanings of your
culture without knowing its language well.
Thoughts expressed in one language can rarely be translated into another
language with all the nuances and underlying meaning intact. Two native
people speaking in English will be expressing a slightly different world
view than they would if they were having that same conversation in their
own native tongue.
As languages die, the cultures also die, leaving little real reason to
maintain the separate cultural identity that language belonged to.
Some Tribes and First Nations are making serious efforts to bring new
life to their languages by making their tribal tongue a required subject
in tribal schools. It is true children adapt more quickly than do adults
to language training. It is also true that the next generation carrying
the language will insure its continuance. Knowledge of the language
alone is not, however, enough.
It must be the primary means of exchanging thoughts and communicating
for the language to be functional, and the major key to cultural
survival. Otherwise, it remains window dressing, and the culture becomes
a parody of itself.
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WARRIOR MOCCASINS PROJECT SEEKS OUT YOUR HELP
Date: Sunday, September 24, 2006 02:10 pm
From: Sherry <kcnativecommunity@kcnativecommunity.org >
Subj: Warrior Moccasins Project seeks out your help!
Mailing List: Frostys AmerIndian
<frostysamerindian@yahoogroups.com >
Warrior Moccasin Project seeks out experienced beaders, moccasin makers
and names for a pair of moccasins for their service in the military.
Those interested in donating Deer Hides, please email me so I can give
you the name and address of where to ship it to. Deer hides CAN be
donated to this project. To do so, you must first salt the hides with
medium grade salt which can be purchased at any farm supply store. After
salting the hide(s) ship them to the address I will give you following
the laws as specified BY YOUR STATE. A copy of the possession tag which
was issued by the game warden must be included for each hide being
shipped.
Any monetary donation to this project is also greatly appreciated. Each
cost of the pair of moccasins is $32.00 (includes
shipping/handling charge).
Those serving in harms way and those who have returned state side are
encouraged to get in touch with my via email.
If you know of a native military troop member who you want to honor,
please get a hold of me through my email.
Thank you :)
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Again, this winter this editorial section will feature groups or
individuals who are helping those in need, primarily on reservations and
especially those who aid children and elders. Urban help will not be
excluded. I have lived in the Cedar-Riverside area of Minneapolis and
been a guest in Lakota Housing in Rapid City and in Shiprock. The need
to eat and be warm does not end because a person has left the rez.
PLEASE forward contact information for all you know who help those less
able to do so make it through the harsh winter months.
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Date: Thu, 21 Sep 2006 16:15:49 +0300
From: "Brigitte Thimiakis"<
thimiakischool@the.forthnet.gr >
Subj: HYS WINTER 2006 Toys & Clothing Request
WINTER & CHRISTMAS 2006 - TOYS AND CLOTHING REQUEST
Winter will set in soon in many places of the world, but once again it
will not be the same for all the children. Some are lucky and have
everything they need, other children have much more than they need...
and yet there are also the children who have very little - or nothing...
They don't have the right clothes, and they have no toys. These children
need warmth, and they need hope, and loving support.
You can be there for these children, and make a difference in their
lives. Even if the Northern Cheyenne Reservation is far away from you,
toys, warm clothing and shoes can be sent to them directly on the
reservation, where they will be distributed by trusted Northern Cheyenne
contacts who have helped so much the previous years.
There is a large need especially for new and good quality used warm
items, as well as toys. During Montana winters, the temperature can drop
to 30 or 40 degrees below zero so warm winter clothing and blankets can
be lifesaving. These items will be distributed right away. The toys will
be distributed during the Christmas give away.
Here is a list of things that can be sent in support of these children:
- warm clothing such as knitted items for children of all ages
from babies to teenagers, children's jeans,
coats and warm T-shirts
- socks, gloves, boots, hats and scarves
- blankets
- toys for Christmas
Other items that would also be appreciated: grooming supplies like
toothpaste, tooth brushes, soaps and shampoos, combs, hair brushes, hair
barrettes, rubber bands or other types of hair or pony tail holders.
Last but not least : pampers diapers or pull-ups.
Please make sure that the items sent are safe, and sensitive to the
culture of the children and their People. When sending a box, it would
be appreciated if you could send us a short email with your name or
location, type of items sent ('toys', 'clothing', etc), approximate
weight and shipping date, so that we can help our contacts by keeping a
list of what is sent to them. Our aim is to always make sure that
everything reaches the reservation.
The priority of our group, "Honor your Spirit - Protect the Children" is
to make sure all donations get to where they are supposed to and
recognized. It is very important to us to make sure that everything is
distributed fairly and to those in the greatest need.
Our goal is to help the children of families unable to make ends meet
due to the high unemployment rate, the difficult conditions and the
extreme poverty on the reservation. These children need all the help and
encouragement they can get, so if you can help, please contact us for
more information.
Contact Info:
Dodie Finstead, USA dodie_finstead@yahoo.com JR Robertson, USA Jim_
Robertson@BarefootCreations.com
Dominique Larrede, France d.larrede@wanadoo.fr
Brigitte Thimiakis, Europe
thimiakischool@the.forthnet.gr
Respectfully, Honor Your Spirit, Protect The Children
"Your help makes a huge difference for those who have never received
help. Your donations provide hope and encouragement to those who have
never known these qualities. Your concern and solidarity can improve the
lives of many children, elders, families, on the Northern Cheyenne
Reservation. There is still a lot to do but all together you can help us
make these dreams come true.
Thank you for being a part of this project and supporting it."
Respectfully,
Manuel Redwoman,
Northern Cheyenne/Lakota/Arapaho
To learn more about the HYS projects, please visit:
http://www.geocities.com/honoryourspirit/home
Our heartfelt thanks to everyone for your support !
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http://www.devilslakejournal.com/articles/2006/10/20/news/news01.txt
"Stuff a Truck" help for the holidays begins
By Crystal Martodam Journal Staff Writer
October 20, 2006
Load 'em up and move up, it's that time of year again for the "Stuff A
Truck" food drive to fill the local food pantry at the Dakota Prairie
Community Action Agency in Devils Lake.
Dakota Prairie disperses food according to need and not income. For
example the loss of a house in a fire or some other tragic accident that
leaves a family or individuals in need of emergency food supplies.
This year the food drive will begin on Oct. 23 and run until Nov. 12.
This will be the fourth annual "Stuff A Truck" event.
Dave Burstad, assistant manager at Leevers County Market said that there
will be very large bins set up at the front of the store with the "Stuff
A Truck" logo on them. Any non-perishable food items can be placed in
these bins for donation.
Cash donations are welcome also. There will be paper trucks that can be
purchased, your name can be placed on the truck or it can be left blank.
The trucks will then be hung on the walls in the store.
Brustad also commented that items will be tagged in the store.
"Many times people are unsure of what the pantry is lacking," he said.
"This will help make it easier for those who wish to contribute."
There will also be pre-bagged groceries than can be purchased for $10
and then placed in the bins. These bags are non-perishable food items
that have been pre-bagged by Dakota Prairie with needed items. For every
bag bought Leevers will also be donating between $1.75 and $2 per bag.
"The bag has a value of $12 rather than $10," Brustad said.
Last year there was approximately $1,500 worth of groceries collected.
"We try to make it bigger and better every year, so we are hoping for
more this year," Brustad said. This is the seventh year that the Stuff a
Truck Program has been running. It began at that time in the Country
Markets in Minnesota donating to the local food pantries.
"This is not designed as an advertising entity, it is designed to help
the community," Brustad said.
People can also make direct cash donations to the Dakota Prairie Agency.
"It is such a fun program we look forward to every year." Brustad said.
The local food pantry run through the Dakota Prairie Community Action
Agency is an emergency pantry. It is there to help people in need. There
are other services available at the DPCAA that can provide aid to an
individuals situation such as providing money management services and
services that can help an individual receive services from government
programs that may be available to them because of income.
For more information contact them at (701) 662-6500.
Street Address:
Dakota Prairie Community Action Agency
1219 College Drive
Devils Lake, ND 58301
USA
Mailing Address:
Dakota Prairie Community Action Agency
P. O. Box 698
Devils Lake, Nd 58301
Contact Name
Phone 701-662-6500
FAX 701-662-6511
Copyright c. 2006 Devils Lake Journal, a GateHouse Media paper.
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