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How does your family say Happy New Year?

Akemashite omedeto gozaimasu! The other day I was able to learn more about the Japanese way of celebrating the new year at an event organized by a group of young Japanese mothers;’ many of their husbands are here temporarily with … Continue reading

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Thanksgiving — A Recipe for Remembering

Our local elementary school invited Chief Robert Tall Tree and wife Terri Lynn (“as seen on PBS”) to present a program called “Walking in Wisdom.” Using Native American stories and culture, they spoke to the kids about respect—respect for one’s … Continue reading

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