Every year now since 1994 I have been making a trek to Albuquerque, New Mexico for one reason - to attend the Gathering of Nations Powwow, Miss Indian World Traditional Talent Presentations, and Indian Traders Market.

As far as I know, I don/t have any Indian blood in me. I am not usually /overly/ moved by most life experiences. Well, I/d like to share with you THE exception.

It all started after my employer relocated me from San Jose, California to Albuquerque, New Mexico. One lazy April weekend I decided to be ... (more)