Pow wow cancellations leave void for Indigenous communities
Peshawbestown Michigan resident Julia Martell a Grand Traverse Band member reflects on the loss of pow wow gatherings due to COVID 19 restrictions. She describes dance as a core link to culture and community and notes plan to attend other tribal events to reconnect and heal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emma Henry
Mt. Pleasant
Mich
Llesenia Crisanto
Peshawbestown
Kyla Henry
Traverse City
Jan-Michael Stump
Julia Martell
Martell
Grand Traverse
Ottawa
Michigan
Migwech
Little
KBIC
Baraga
The Great Return to Our Favorite Places This Summer
A personal reflection on returning to travel and beloved places after COVID restrictions. The author describes the emotional sense of renewal at Logan Airport and Minnesota visits, noting how normal routines return and pilgrimage-like journeys feel meaningful with familiar people, places, and experiences.
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Sam Keen
Covid
Starbucks
Logan Airport
Mecca
Jesus
Bethlehem
Jerusalem
Minnesota
Minnesota Twins
Red Sox
North Star State
The Moon and Mindful Noticing in Everyday Walks
A writer recalls a walk with a toddler who points out the moon and grass, using the moment to reflect on adults rushing daily life. The piece urges renewed attention to simple surroundings, comparing grownups to children in noticing what’s around us.
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