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Thoughts From The West End
My good friend pulled a letter from his pocket. He said he always carries it with him. A correspondence from his priest, it was a letter of encouragement, tempered with the honest realities of tribulations that this life will certainly hold. The most interesting line of the letter was...“The mental and psychological trials of this age are likely greater than the physical trials of those who were martyred in ancient times.” I pondered this statement. Considering the rate of suicide, the quantity of depression (and conversely the prolific use of anti-depressants), and the amount of stress-induced disease, it may be a fair statement to say that many people suffer in their heads to a degree that may be greater than the physical torture of someone else slowly killing you? But they are so different. Yet, I have never thought of it in this light. While there is honor in being physically tortured for your beliefs, there is a stigma of dishonor for those who are mentally tortured for their ideologies. Perhaps this is because we do not physically see who is oppressing them (us)? If there were flesh and blood attached to the thoughts, expectations, and spirits of oppression then perhaps we would see the meaning in such suffering, or least be more encouraged to persevere. Of course we are all, for the most part, responsible for our own thoughts. But perhaps we are living in an age where it is ever more difficult to protect our intellect from allowing thoughts or perspectives that lead to a form of persecution. Perhaps, for some people, they are unable to defend themselves at all, just as some people’s immune system cannot protect them from cancer? Perhaps there are spirits that work to oppress? C.S. Lewis certainly thought so in his book “Screwtape Letters” and the biblical story of Jesus’s temptations in the desert by satan himself was primarily psychological. Of course I’m silly for suggesting demons exist. But I just did. I think life has infinitely more meaning when you know who you’re fighting. I think that was the point of the letter...and in my opinion, a good one at that. -cvd
Letter to the Editor
As one of the 25,000 cars daily that pass through Gallup, on our way to the Grand Canyon in our case, I wish to comment on your article “Thoughts From The West End” in the March edition of Gallup Journey. My husband and I are traveling across the country in our fifth wheel for 16 months. We booked five nights at the USA RV park in Gallup because it is halfway between Santa Fe and Grand Canyon. In our research we knew it was a small town with Native American influence and trading post arts and crafts. We decided to plan on five nights because there was hiking at Red Rock Park and Petrified Forest National Park. The first observation we made as we entered Gallup was that every hotel chain was represented and every fast food chain. “Hmm, what’s here that we’re unaware of?” I commented to my husband. “Well, we have 5 days to find out and explore,” he replied. Today is day five, and we were still scratching our heads until we came across your article. In our travels across this country we have encountered many small towns where Main Street is empty stores and businesses with the only thriving places being Walmart and the dollar store on the outskirts of town. It’s a sad reality. We are glad that Gallup is trying to address this situation. We recognize and love some of your efforts like the large pottery pieces and sculptures placed around town, the amazing murals and the landscape boulevards. You have the infrastructure (hotels and Native American culture) plus the volume of tourists (if for only one night) to make Gallup a travel destination like St Augustine, FL or Asheville, NC. Decent restaurants and coffee shops would be a plus. You have the artistic critical mass, the Native American culture, and the stark but interesting geography as potential draws to the area. What we would have like to have seen is more galleries, the trading posts are nice, but combining them with pawn shops is a detraction. Some tend to be dark and uninviting. There is a great and growing interest in Native American philosophy. We would attend an attraction to experience the old ways of the Native American culture, especially, if it was tied into archeology, living conditions, spirituality, etc. We realize that there are a variety of tribes that make up “Native Americans”. We wish you luck and hope to read about Gallup’s success. Sincerely, Tina and Tim Brown Letters to the Editor may be sent to gallupjourney@gmail.com or mailed to 202 E. Hill Ave., Gallup, NM 87301. Your name & contact info is required.
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GALLUP’S FIRST RAILROAD PAYMASTER
Editor’s note: In our constant effort to go the extra mile for our readers, we engaged a psychic who connected us to the wandering spirit of our first railroad paymaster.
Q. So David, what do you miss most about the material world. A. Not much. That’s for sure. (Pause) Probably the only things
I really miss are food and sex. Well, not in that order. I’m like any other man – make that sex and food.
Q. What was Gallup like in the early days? A. (deep laugh) It was the best of times and the worst of times. We saw a town rise where there was nothing before. The first batch of people who built the railroad and the town and opened up the mines were unbelievably hardworking and motivated. But there was a downside though; the work was dangerous. A lot of men got hurt; it wasn’t a place for families in the very first few years. It was just too rough.
creating them for you guys. But we’re getting off topic aren’t we?
Q. Okay. What’s different about Gallup? How are we different from other places?
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You can’t find a wilder more colorful cast of characters anywhere. And it’s always been that way. The first coal mine in 1880 was opened up by Tom Dye, but that wasn’t’ enough for him. Dye always had one scam or another going. He killed both this mother-in-law and sister-in-law and claimed it was an accident. He openly sold booze to the Indians until the Cavalry arrested him and sent him off to the penitentiary. You just can’t make some of the stuff up that you see in Gallup. It’s stranger than fiction.
Q. What would you change if you could do it over? Q. Yeah, I guess. Do you have any advice for us? A. It has always kind of bugged me that we set up the station west A. Hmmm. (long pause) I came in one generation after the of the Hogback. At that time everything centered on finding coal to fuel the railroad. All the exposed coal seams were west of the Hogback. If I’d realized that the town would grow to the size it is I would’ve pushed harder for setting up further east to be closer to the Red Rocks. I’d put the town where the refinery is and the refinery where the town is.
Q. Have you kept track of what’s going on in Gallup over the years?
A. How could I not? It’s been like riding a roller coaster. At times
it’s been hard to watch, like when there were fires in the mines, coal strikes, and of course, the 1934 riot where Sheriff Carmichael died. The early 70s were pretty tough too, with the interstate displacing part of the Northside, the floods, the loss of the Ceremonial grounds, the kidnapping of Emmett Garcia and the death of Larry Casuse. But then you have things like what Hershey Miyamura did in Korea and how the town welcomed him back after he was released. I still get goose bumps when I think back to that.
Q. Are there goose bumps in the spiritual world? A. (Irritated tone) Sure. We get them, and we also have a role in 16
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Navajo’s were released from Bosque Redondo. You could still see the after effects of that. It was pretty vivid and still raw. And there was still a lot of bad blood between the Navajos and the Mexican families that had raided each other and taken slaves from each other for generations in New Mexico. Then we came in with a heavy hand. Some people talk about a melting pot, but in my experience it has been more like a clash of cultures. So my advice is pretty simple: learn to live with each other. Take a genuine interest in people who are different than you. But that’s the human challenge everywhere isn’t it? Not just in Gallup. We know what we’re supposed to do; we just seem to have a hard time doing it.
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Do any of Gallup’s current cast of characters stand out to you?
(Emphatically) You bet. Your mayor for one. He’s the spitting image of a stagecoach driver I knew and played poker with. He always wore black leather vests, a black hat and had a long, silver braided pony tail. He chewed tobacco. I know it’s the same guy; I just don’t know how he’s still hanging around after 125 years without ever aging.
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BUCKING BUFFALOS KEEPING THE WILD WEST ALIVE
The Bureau of Indian Affairs was created on March 11, 1824, under the care of the War Department. It was moved to the Department of Interior in 1849 because By Ernie Bulow Native tribes were no Author photo by Erin Bulow longer considered “nations” that had to be dealt with by soldiers and treaties. That turned out to be a little premature. The logo for Interior is a buffalo, though a pathetic cow was considered. The logo for Indian Affairs is an eagle. Every American is aware of the importance of the American bison—the big, shaggy animals most of us call buffalo. They were once essential to the survival of prehistoric and historic Native Americans. The American image of the Noble Redskin is a bronze warrior in full war bonnet, on horseback, chasing an endless herd of hairy beasts. We were taught in school that every part of the animal had a use. In the late eighteen hundreds literally millions of the animals were massacred on the plains, mostly for mindless sport. What is less well known was the importance of the buffalo to the tribes of the southwest, even the distant Hopi. Every Pueblo tribe has a buffalo dance and most of CUSTER COUNTY NEBRASKA RODEO HAD BUFFALO RIDING ON them are still performed. THEIR PROGRAM Ironic that when the vast herds vanished, the bearded beast became a symbol of the American west. Buffalo Bill, who had a hand in their extermination, used them in his Wild West Shows starting in 1883, touring them all over Europe. One time in Italy, he had to pay a tax on them as imported meat. Somebody wanted to know why the French hadn’t done the same for horses when he visited France. Buffalo Bill Cody saw a cowboy ride a buffalo at a rodeo in Nebraska, in 1882, and thought it would make an exciting event for his shows. He had a huge buffalo they called Monarch that nobody would take a shot at. While sipping some purely medicinal whiskey, Bill got a little bold and decided to jump on the animal himself. He was in the hospital for two weeks. A little known fact is that the famous promoter of freak shows and circuses, P. T. Barnum, staged a buffalo stampede in New Jersey in 1843. The stampede wasn’t actually meant to take place. A famous roper, costumed and painted up like an Indian, was supposed to rope some of the starved-down buffalos. The buffalo didn’t cooperate and the crowd whistled, stomped, and shouted their displeasure. The pathetic buffalo were eventually spooked by the loud jeers of the crowd and the frightened animals broke free to rampage the streets of a major eastern city. They eventually took refuge in a swampy area. There was one sad note, a spectator was killed when he fell out of a tree. Joe Tanner, the original J. B. and one of the founders of Ceremonial, bought a herd of the endangered beasts AT MILES CITY, MONTANA IN 1915 SAMPSON BIRD-IN-GROUND and brought them to a Fourth of July Celebration in Gallup. The Ceremonial Board pre-empted them for RODE A BUFFALO IN FULL REGALIA.
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the first Ceremonial, and a buffalo stampede was staged each day as part of the entertainment. One animal was killed each day—one hopes by lance or bow and arrow— butchered at the Ceremonial grounds, and barbecued for the entertainers, who appreciated the gesture greatly. Tanner soon found that the large, wild animals didn’t have any regard for fences and were constantly breaking loose. On one occasion the animals made it all the way to McGaffey before they were rounded up. Legend has it that Iyanbito—Buffalo Springs, east of Gallup—got its name when a wayward bunch was recaptured in that location. During the off season, the herd ranged on Joe Tanner’s homestead in the Chaco Canyon area. In the Indian Department’s mind, the trouble with Wild West Shows was two-fold: They allowed Indians an excuse to leave their Reservations, and they were a lot of fun. The performers even made cash money. Gradually the Interior people figured out that the way to keep them home was to let them stage their own shows on their own land. The tribes soon learned that in order to have a rodeo, and the events they wanted, they had to have the “biggest sweet potato” contest and prizes for pickles and quilts. The Crow Fair in Montana began in 1904—officially the first. That Crow fair was held just a mile from the Custer battlefield. The second oldest was the Navajo Fair, first held in Shiprock and then in Crownpoint, until it was moved to Gallup in 1922. The Navajos BUFFALO RIDING AT GALLUP INTER-TRIBAL CEREMONIAL continued having fairs, expanding to other areas of the Reservation. They are still held today. It is hard to find a date for the first bucking buffalo ride, even though Cody supposedly added the event to his roster in 1882. Having an Indian dress up and get on the symbol of the Old West was an obvious move. At the Miles City Roundup in 1915, Sampson Bird-in-Ground rode one in full regalia. There is not a clear date for the addition of buffalo riding as a rodeo event in Gallup, but the sport continued well into the 1960s. Rodeo Clown and musician Bronco Martinez and Navajo Artist Ernest Franklin were two of the daring cowboys. Bucking Buffalo was not a contested event, but what is known as a “contract” segment. The riders were paid about ten dollars to ride the animals. A saddle was used and both hands were allowed. It would seem the animals’ humps would create a problem for the saddle, but there are several photos to prove the story. In the last years of the buffalo a contractor supplied animals which looked like bison, but were actually “catallo”, a cow and buffalo cross. Supposedly they were less dangerous than the actual beasts, and put on a better show, being somewhat more agile. Bucking Buffalo caught on at other Indian shows like Montana’s Crow Fair and was a uniquely Indian event for many years. David A. Dary, in his history of the animal in “The Buffalo Book,” retells a wonderful story about a Texan transplanted to South Dakota named Bob Yokum. Some friends took him to a bullfight in Juarez, Mexico which left him underwhelmed. He bragged he had a bull that could easily beat these “fighting” bulls the Mexicans put in the arena. Eventually a $10,000 dollar wager was set up and Yokum went to fetch his bull. The bullfight progressed through the afternoon with bulls being killed by matadors, until the large buffalo went into the ring. He had a lame leg, so he just stood in the middle of the ring and waited. The fighting bull immediately attacked and hit the buffalo straight on in a head butt. The buffalo didn’t flinch. The bull attacked again and again, not getting any show out of the big animal. He finally got scared of by the buffalo, gave up and tried to escape by climbing over the fence. A second and then a third bull were let out with the same result. By the fourth try on the Mexican side, the buffalo finally got peeved and chased all four bulls from the arena. He was mad. Show buffalo may only be a footnote in the history of the near extinction of the Bison, but it is a colorful one.
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Sasquatch noun • Sas·quatch • \’sas-,kwach, -,kwäch\ A hairy creature like a human being reported to exist in the western United States and western Canada and said to be a primate between 6 and 15 feet (1.8 and 4.6 meters) tall — also called bigfoot or yeti.
Local Stories & Sightings
In June of 2014 I was driving back to Thoreau after a day of fishing at Lake Asaayi. It was about 3pm and I was almost to the turn off for Mexican Springs. At that moment I heard the most awkward scream I have ever heard. I normally wouldn’t stop my vehicle, but it was so strange and loud I did anyway. I looked off into the trees to my left and I saw nothing and heard nothing. . . so I continued home. Six weeks later after the big forest fire happened in the Chuska mountains, I thought about fishing at Lake Assayi again. I just happened to run into Eddie Benally while in Navajo, NM, and he said it would be a good time to fish as all the ash was going to wash into the lake and eventually kill the fish anyway. So my family and I went up to fish. We got there a little late but still had a few hours to fish, and then we set up our tent to camp. We put the rainfly on our large tent because rain looked likely, our two puppies were already under the picnic table when a light sprinkle started. With my wife and four kids in the tent, we settled down to sleep. Sometime after midnight I heard some dogs barking in the campground and then I heard my puppies outside my tent start barking, and then a few minutes later they started growling, and then suddenly they were completely silent. I was wide awake now. . . listening. It was then that I heard the shuffling of feet by my tent. It was so close that it actually rubbed the tent and bumped my daughter. At this point I basically freaked and jumped up and yelled “Get out of here!!!” and then I banged the roof of my tent with my fists, shaking the whole tent. There was a small pause and then the creature outside methodically hit the roof of the tent just like I did. This really freaked me out and I yelled some more and banged the roof of the tent again. Of course everyone is awake now and frightened. The creature then moved to the back of the tent and banged the roof again...mimicking my actions. Then it was quiet. At this point I grabbed my car keys and used the remote entry buttons to make the horn honk on the car and get the lights on. After a good while of this I finally mustered the courage to go outside while the family huddled in the middle of the tent. I walked out and saw the puppies under the picnic table shivering. I got in the truck and drove it next to the tent. At dawn we got out of the tent, made a fire and looked around. Since the campsite was mostly gravel, there were no footprints. I found one of my daughter’s shoes a ways up the trail. But other than that, no other signs. I think it was a sasquatch. -Brandon Leslie Thoreau, NM
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Rehoboth Color Run
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n Monday, May16th, Rehoboth Christian School is coordinating an all-school color run to raise money for the Preparing the Way Capital Campaign for a new high school. This color run is designed to be a fun-filled way to promote school community, physical activity, and raise funds for a great cause. This fun run will take place from 1-3 p.m. on the trails behind Rehoboth’s campus. During the one hour run, students will be showered with brightly colored, powdered paint at various color stations . These types of events have been popular across the country dating back to 2012. The Rehoboth Color Run will be a fun and creative way to involve our students in raising funds for our high school building project. Rehoboth Christian School has a goal of raising $50,000 at this event from local business sponsorship and pledges raised by students. All students in grades K-12 are participating and if every student raises $85, they can achieve their goal of $40,000 in pledges from students. We are also hoping for an additional $10,000 from local business sponsorship. In order to motivate students to bring in pledge money throughout this spring, various incentives have been set up for every $10,000 raised. Teachers will be tapping into their crazy side and performing zany and goofy
stunts from dyeing hair to being duct taped to a wall while being hit with water balloons! If the school can reach its goal of $40,000 the students will be rewarded with an additional field trip. Want to get involved? You can sponsor a student for the race through a one time donation. All donations are tax deductible. To give online visit our website at: http://www.rcsnm.org/colorrun2016.cfm. Rehoboth Christian School is continuing to move forward with the goal of providing the best possible Christian education in Gallup and McKinley County. The Preparing the Way Campaign will help Rehoboth to build a new High School facility, and allow their excellent teaching staff to facilitate 21st century learning that will equip our next generation of community leaders. Rehoboth is devoted to developing the whole child intellectually, emotionally, spiritually, and physically. While Rehoboth Christian Schools serve 508 students in PreK-12th grade, the high school enrollment hovers around 185 students. A new high school building will allow for an increase of up to 225 students in the high school grades. This enrollment increase will allow for expansion of academic programs and continue to build on the excellent Bible-based
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curriculum that Rehoboth offers today. The current Rehoboth Christian High School was built in 1949 when Rehoboth was run by the Christian Reformed Missions Board, based in West Michigan. Today, Rehoboth is led by a School Board made up of current and former parents. Rehoboth families pay tuition based on their income with financial aid coming from a local and national support base, as well as scholarships from the Southwest Indian Foundation and Navajo Nation. Rehoboth Christian School has been raising funds for the new High School building for over two years. Led by a double-match pledge from the Richard and Helen DeVos Foundation, each dollar raised up to $4 million will be double-matched for an $8 million gift from the foundation. To date, almost $10.9 million has been committed, with a current need of $2.8 million to begin construction. More information on how to get involved with the high school campaign or what a Rehoboth education offers is also available on their website: www.rcsnm.org
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LAUGHING DOG KENNEL Stop by or call 505-863-DOGS (505-863-3647) to make reservations for your pet’s stay
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Having our furbabies well cared for when we travel is of major importance to all pet lovers. We now have a wonderful new service in LAUGHING DOG KENNELS. Located at 105 Dean Street in Gallup (just off Route 66), Jenny Kline and Libby Nickerson are ready to take care of your beloved pet. Stop by or call 505-863-DOGS (505-863-3647) to make reservations for your pet’s stay You will find a clean and warm facility for boarding your dogs or cats in a safe environment. They also offer day care for your pet if you do not want to leave your furbaby home alone during the day. The facility boasts a fully fenced yard with 8 ft. high chain-link fencing for outdoor play time, plus a cat room, a small dog room, and a large dog room with guillotine doors to allow the dog indoor-outdoor time. As you enter the front door, you will find a large room designed with a fenced area where dogs can play and socialize. Should your pet require medications or special treatment, there is no additional charge beyond the boarding fees. All animals must be current on vaccinations and proof must be provided. It is standard policy that you will provide your own food for your pet. It is important that your pet stays on its current food diet so as not to create health issues. All boarders will receive one-on-one play time and socialization, plus light manners training for indoors and outdoors. The kennels are cleaned regularly of feces and urine so that your animal is housed in a clean and
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Jenny Kline is very proud of the largedog kennels which were hand-built by Johnny Fuhs. He did a superb job on the structures which will not allow any improper escapes. Johnny also installed the chain-link fencing and did a lot of remodeling to the interior of the facility to make it bright and welcoming. Currently, Libby is handling grooming duties for the dogs. She is fully qualified to take care of all aspects of grooming for any dog breed. Jenny, who has been grooming since 1984, will provide those services as well, when the demand increases. Puppy Training Classes will be available in three levels. The first class (Level One) will start on March 19th and meet once a week for eight weeks. Classes will be one hour long per week for eight weeks. Cost is $120.00 plus tax for the eight week set. Puppies will be required to have at least the first two puppy shots and must be healthy and free of disease to participate in class with their human. Check in with Laughing Dog Kennels to learn when the next training class set will start. Jenny has been dreaming about this venture for quite some time, and she is excited
to have it come to fruition. Jenny and Libby have both previously worked at an Animal Clinic and each has extensive training in animal care. They are well aware that there is a huge need for high-quality pet care. We wish to congratulate Jenny and Libby on this great new business. We know it will be a tremendous success for them and it is also a much-needed service for all of us with fur-babies.
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Weekend Road Trip – Phantom Ranch by Jason Arsenault
NUTS & BOLTS OF MAKING IT HAPPEN Over 5 million people visit the Grand Canyon National Park each year. However, only 1% of those visitors take the epic journey to the bottom of the Canyon. Of course this takes lots of effort and some dedicated planning. Being from Gallup we can turn this into a memorable weekend adventure. This is what you need to know. Phantom Ranch is located at the bottom of the Grand Canyon and offers sleeping and eating accommodations. You are going to have to be flexible on your desired travel weekend since you have to make reservations a year in advance. The reservation office can be reached at 888-2972757 between the hours of 7:00 am – 7:00 pm Mountain Standard Time. Start your calling on the first day of the month.
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Plus, once you are settled at the rim you can do a little exploring and have time to catch a very nice dinner at the El Tovar Restaurant. You can also pick up the batteries for you head lamp, some extra water and the very important (fuel) snacks at the local store. Also, you might check to see what the conditions are at the top of the Bright Angel Trail because you might need to pack some crampons. Make sure you get to bed early because you are going to have an early send off.
THE HIKE DOWN
It can get extremely hot and dry during the summer months at the Canyon. So, I recommend planning a trip in late fall or early spring. All of my trips have been in March or April and the weather has always seemed to cooperate. It has always began on a Friday and finished up on a Sunday for me.
Remember, your mom is always right. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, especially today. Get to the Bright Angel Restaurant at 6:00 am for breakfast because you are going to need the extra calories before your hike begins. After eating and getting your pack filled with water it is going to be around 7:00 am and time to start hiking.
HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE?
I recommend that you begin your journey down the Canyon using the Bright Angel Trail. It is just over 9 miles long and will take you around 6 – 7 hours to reach Phantom Ranch at a comfortable pace and time to enjoy lunch at Indian Gardens.
Leaving from Gallup it takes about 6 ½ hours to arrive at the South Rim. That includes a stop in Flagstaff for some lunch and a gas refill. Think
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about making a reservation at one of the hotels on the South Rim. It is better if you can arrange accommodations at one of the Park’s hotels. Visit grandcanyonlodges.com as soon as you are able to secure Phantom Ranch arrangements to book your hotel. Staying at the rim of the canyon allows you to leave your car close once you have hiked back out of the Canyon.
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You are climbing down into the Grand Canyon so don’t expect to hit nice flat stretches, because this trail doesn’t have them. Make sure you take time to enjoy the beauty of the Canyon. You are going to see amazing rock faces, beautiful plant life and hopefully some wildlife.
PHANTOM RANCH Eventually you are going to reach the Colorado River and Phantom Ranch. Your dinner reservation is either going to be at 5:00 pm or 6:00 pm. Hopefully you made it down with a few hours to spare before you eat. Take this time to rest and to take a well-deserved shower. Your legs are going to feel all 9 miles of the hike down and you are going to be tired. This would be a great time to pop a few Advil pills into your system. Dinner is going to be served family style and it is good. The choices are a steak dinner or beef stew. They also have a vegetarian dish for those of you who don’t eat meat. Remember, you are going to make the eating reservation at the same time you reserve sleeping accommodations. After dinner get some sleep, and trust me it will not be hard. Breakfast comes early at Phantom Ranch and I recommend getting the 5:30 breakfast reservation. Just like when you started this hike make sure you get plenty to eat because the hike out is straight up.
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THE HIKE UP Since you came down the Bright Angel Trail you will want to take the other route out. The South Kaibab Trail is just at 7 miles and will take you about 5 – 6 hours to hike, and that includes a break for lunch. You will not find any water sources on this trail so make sure you fill your pack with all the water you can carry out. Start your journey out as soon as you are done with breakfast. Your legs or going to be sore and tight on the journey out of the Canyon, so try to not think about how long and far this hike is going to be. Just remember it is one step at a time and keep drinking that water. The South Kaibab Trail is exposed and you are going to take in lots of sun. It also has several extreme ups and is going to test your physical fitness. You are going to want to take some breaks and look around. Being in the Canyon offers some incredible views and this is something you are going to remember forever. Eventually you are going to reach the top and feel a strong sense of
accomplishment.
IT’S OVER You thought that you were sore after reaching the bottom, but after you are done you have reached a whole new level of pain. It is going to be afternoon when you reach the top and time to get in your vehicle and head back to Gallup. Make sure you take a few breaks on the way home and get out of the car to stretch. You are going to have such a good time and make great memories that this might become an annual adventure for you and your family. If you have any questions about the trip you can reach me at Jason@gallupjourney.com.
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THE
WAITING GAME by Justin Shaw
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“What’s taking so long?” the son asked, anxiously tapping his
“You need to learn how to wait dear,” the mother answered, as she patted him on his knee. A clock hung on the wall, announcing the passing of time with the clicking of the rotating second hand. Bored individuals sat in chairs throughout the waiting room, occasionally shuffling to adjust their seat or reach for the nearest magazine. In one corner lay the reception desk, where a portly middle aged woman sat, occasionally glancing over her computer screen to survey the waiting room. Time stood still, and the son knew he would never leave this place. He took a deep breath and sighed, looking at his mother. “I’m bored.” “We’re all bored, dear.” “No one in here is as bored as me, I promise you that.” “I don’t know, I’m pretty bored with this conversation that you keep wanting to have.” The son grunted, defeated. A toddler waddled over to the duo and nearly fell, steadying himself on the son’s leg. The child’s stained shirt hung loosely off his torso and one of his pant legs stuck up above his knee. He carried a small package of crackers. The toddler raised the package to the son and held it open. “Want one?” he asked. The son studied the bag and its contents. After a brief pause, he shook his head no and motioned for the toddler to go away. The child took the hint and left, but not before reaching a grubby hand into the bag and leaving a cracker on the son’s knee. “Well that was nice of him, wasn’t it, dear?” the mother asked. A door next to the reception desk swung open, and a young woman wearing scrubs took a few steps into the room. She pulled down the mask covering her mouth and looked over the bored drones. “David?” she called aloud to the group. A young boy with a freckled face and blonde hair looked at his mother and shook his head. “I don’t want to see the dentist, mom! I always brush my teeth, this is pointless!” “Get up,” his mother said, blushing. “You’re being ridiculous.” She stood and grabbed the boy by the wrist as he made no efforts to walk forward. Eventually, they both disappeared behind the open door with the young woman behind them. The door slammed shut with a thud and the waiting room returned to its state of
nothingness. The mother cleared her throat and muttered something under her breath. “You ever act like that and I’ll disown you,” she said to the son. “You can’t disown me mom, I’m your family. You’re stuck with me. Besides, that guy had the right idea. This dentist stuff is all junk anyway.” “Oh?” the mother asked, amused. “How so?” “We don’t really need to brush our teeth twice a day. Flossing? Every day! Are you kidding me? I don’t know who made that stuff up but I brush my teeth like four times a week and I haven’t lost a single tooth yet.” “That’s why we’re at the dentist now, dear.” “But it’s only too obvious, dentists tell us to brush all the time, toothbrush companies sell a ton of toothbrushes, then they split the profits with the dentists. It’s what I would do at least.” The outside door swung open and a man in a suit walked in. His bright red tie flashed brightly in contrast to his dark black jacket.
“But it’s only too obvious, dentists tell us to brush all the time, toothbrush companies sell a ton of toothbrushes, then they split the profits with the dentists. It’s what I would do at least.”
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He walked to the reception desk, checked in with the receptionist, and took a seat in a chair on the opposite wall. He sat for a moment, then picked up a magazine and casually flipped through the pages. The son concentrated his focus on the man, studying him carefully. At first, the man seemed to be amused by the attention. He shrugged to himself, shook his head and continued to rifle through the pages of the magazine. Yet, after intermittent moments of awkward eye contact with the son, the man dug his nose deeper into his magazine and slouched down further into his chair. “It’s not polite to stare, dear.” The son ignored his mother’s remark and kept his gaze on the man across the room. “I’m about 95% sure that man is an alien.” “What?” “Who comes to the dentist dressed like that? Nobody, that’s who.” “That’s probably what he has to wear to work. Now stop staring at him.” April 2016
The son continued to ignore his mother’s orders, “He probably thinks he is blending in so well. That no one has figured out his little charade. What does he want here though? I wonder…” The same toddler that had earlier offered the son a cracker wandered clumsily over to the man, who appeared to welcome the distraction from the son’s glare. The man spoke to the toddler in a hushed tone that was difficult to hear. The toddler nodded, and the bag of crackers was once again opened with the same grubby hand presenting a cracker to the man who accepted it and began to eat. “Yeah, go ahead and eat our food, pretend to be like us,” the son mumbled to himself. “I got my eye on you.” The door next to the receptionist desk opened again, and the same woman in scrubs came out and called another name. A middle aged woman stood up and walked toward the doorway. The sounds from the dental office behind the open door were amplified as the woman held the door open for the patient. A loud buzz rang out in the background. It was quickly hushed as the women retreated back into the office and the door was shut. “Did you hear that sound? That was the drill,” the son declared. “I told you, they are going to go drill crazy. Just tear right through all my teeth and gums. I’ll be toothless and won’t be able to eat any of my food and it’s all going to be your fault.” The mother rolled her eyes and offered no response. “Fine, you go ahead and just sit there. Just sit there as they drill right through my teeth and go straight through my brain.” The mother cleared her throat loudly, and the son recognized his signal to stop. He sat quietly as the second hand of the clock continued its dull rhythm. “I should have brought something to play with, this is so boring.” “All you ever want to do is play with those electronic mumbo jumbos. I swear I should have never bought you any of that fancy stuff.” “You didn’t buy my tablet for me mom, I saved for months to get it. You know that.” “Yes dear, I do know that. It was a waste of money then, and a waste of money now.” “Steven?” a voice rang out, interrupting the quarreling duo. The son recognized the name and filled with both exhilaration and dread. He was done waiting, but at what cost? He slowly stood up and gathered himself, breathing deeply. He took small steps toward the woman who called his name, with his mother close behind.
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“Oh, you don’t have to have your mom come with you. She can stay out here if she wants,” the woman offered. “No, no,” the son answered. “I want her here with me. She needs to come.” An awkward glance shot across the woman’s face, which she quickly hid with a smile. “Ok then.” “Don’t worry dear, you’ll be fine,” said the mother, and she gave her son a small pat on the back. Fifteen minutes later, the dental office door opened and two figures burst out into the bright sunshine. “See, what did I tell you?” the son said. “I don’t have a single cavity. I knew this would be no big deal. You worry too much, mom.” “Yes, I guess I do dear,” the mother answered. “Now, are you going to get into the car and drive me to my bridge game? You know the doctor doesn’t want me driving anymore. He says it’s not safe.”
“I have a real job mom. And don’t call them toys. They are ventriloquism dummies, and one day people will pay good money to see me.” “But mom,” said the son. “You know that I wanted to go get milkshakes after this. I can’t go get them on my own. I don’t have any money.” “That’s because you live in the basement dear, and refuse to do anything with your college education and get a real job. You just play with your toys in there all day.” “I have a real job mom. And don’t call them toys. They are ventriloquism dummies, and one day people will pay good money to see me.” “Oh I’m sure dear, but you might want to stop moving your mouth so much when you do it.” “I’m developing a new style mom, it’s going to be ground breaking. Ugh, you just don’t get it.” “Get in the car and drop me off will you? Stop by the burger place first and we’ll get those milkshakes.” “Awesome,” the son exclaimed, as he ran over to open the car door for his mother. “Love you mom.” “Love you too dear.”
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D R I V I N G
I M P R E S S I O N S By Greg Cavanaugh
2016 Nissan Titan XD 4WD “Platinum Reserve” ...diesel Power + opulence = awesome T
here’s no doubt that the current American truck market is like the cold war, there’s practically an arms race happening. The thing is it’s all about the specs: the amount of horsepower, torque, payload, and towing capacity on the spec sheet... particularly when you’re looking at the Heavy Duty full size truck Market. Perhaps you’ve heard about this new Nissan Titan XD and that it’s a bit of a Goldilocks, sitting somewhere between a ½ ton pickup and the HD ¾ ton pickups. Some have said that this means a big compromise, but I’ve been testing vehicles for almost 8 years now and I’ve learned that you can’t judge a vehicle simply by its spec sheet. (And there’s no doubt that this Nissan will do all the trucky things you need a truck to do.) Styling is a very subjective thing no doubt about it. If you look at the new Nissan Titan and compare it with the rest of the Nissan line up you can see that, as a whole, Nissan has been pushing the boundaries of exterior styling. Take a look at the Maxima, the Murano, and the Juke and you’ll see that this Titan actually fits within that styling paradigm. Some have argued that the Titan is taking some ideas from other trucks, however, I’ll argue that currently almost all trucks tend to look the same anyway. And more importantly they’re all following the same trend... which is giant grills on the front. Well if the giant grill on the front is your idea of a good styling, then the Titan has you covered with its giant chrome grill on the front. Looking at the front windows you can see how they drop by the mirrors at the shoulder line, ala F-150. I’ll argue that just like the F-150 this is what most full-size trucks need to improve visibility in and out of the vehicle and ease-of-use. That being said I’m going to side with Nissan here and say that this was a smart move, and there’s really no way to do it without somehow emulating the look of the F-150. As far as I know, Ford doesn’t own the front drop window look. Moving your way back, especially on this Platinum Reserve model you can see that the styling is quite handsome. The two tone paint in particular really adds to the appeal and when you combine that with the chrome accents and emblems, the good-looking running boards, and these giant 20 inch wheels, the Platinum Reserve is a good-looking truck. The Titan also sports some nice touches, like the versatile Titan boxes in the bed that provide some decent, lockable storage over the wheelwell while still providing 48 inches of space between them for plywood and drywall. At the rear of the driver’s side Titan box you’ll find a removable panel with a nice 110 AC outlet hidden inside. A standard goose-neck trailer mount in the bed, bed rails for managing cargo and a soft open tailgate help the Titan stay upfront in the innovation game. On the interior you’re going to notice the fine looking wood trim, (so nice that my son asked if it would give him a sliver), awesome contrasting stitching, and beautiful two-tone leather seats. The Platinum Reserve, of course, is loaded with technology as well. Nissan’s infotainment system has a nice touch screen front and center, combined on this model, with an awesome Rockford Fosgate sound system that actually had so much bass I had to turn it down. Also you’ll notice this one has both heated and cooled front seats, and heated rear seats. It’s also got an array of sensors that let you know if you’re going to hit something or if you’re too close to something including a 360 degree camera view that shows you outside of the truck when parking...very handy given the XD’s size. Being a full size truck, there’s no shortage of cup holders and storage with the center armrest being absolutely immense. On the road there’s no doubt this is a large truck with the same wheelbase and overall length of the HD models from the Big 3 and the extra large towing mirrors only add to the perceived size. On the road this truck rides really well. It’s quiet, it’s smooth, and even though it can handle a fairly heavy payload, even unladen it rides really well. The steering is nice and direct, although I did find it a bit heavy... I suppose this is par for the course but it does make it a bit of work at slow speeds and in parking lots. Now of course when it comes to any full-size truck the powertrain is where it’s at. This Titan XD uses a 5 liter Cummins V8 32 valve turbo diesel and is mated to an Aisin 6 Speed automatic. This new Cummins produces a massive 310 horsepower at 3200 RPM, and 555 pound feet of torque at a lowly 1600 RPM, that last number of course mattering the most in a truck this size, as it gives you the effortless thrust you need when towing and moving heavy things. Because of the size and weight of the Titan XD
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Specifications
it is not rated by the EPA. However, I will openly admit that when driving this vehicle for several days around town, I saw the mid-teens, and out on the open highway on a stretch through Gallup, I was able to get it pushing 18 mpg. No doubt this will change a little bit over time and likely improve and it’s also likely that you would see the same fuel economy even when towing something fairly heavy. Whether you think it’s good fuel economy or not there’s no doubt that this is a powerful powertrain and it moves around this large truck without any real issues. When it comes to price it’s probably not fair to even address it here as this is the topof-the-line model for the Titan, however, it’s worth noting that across-the-board the Titan is a little bit cheaper than its HD counterparts. Starting at about $40,000, the S trim is the cheapest large diesel you can get. You could spec a Ram EcoDiesel at slightly less than this vehicle, but it doesn’t have a 6+ foot bed or near the towing and power that this XD has. The Titan’s HD counterparts, like the 2500 Ram and so forth, start anywhere from $2,000 to $4,000 more than a base Titan XD. Now when comparing the Platinum Reserve model you see here at $60,000 it’s actually a fair bit lower than the top of the line models from the Big 3, including the Sierra Denali and the Ford F-150 King Ranch...by those measures this truck looks like a bargain! While this is the 2nd generation Titan, it’s really Nissan’s first foray into the big diesel segment, and it’s a strong one at that. If you’re in the market for a truck that can do almost anything a typical user needs, moving beyond the spec sheet, the new Titan XD is worth taking for a drive.
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VEHICLE TYPE: front-engine, 4-wheel-drive, 5-passenger, 4-door pickup BASE PRICE: $40,290 AS TESTED: $61,215 ENGINE TYPE: turbocharged and intercooled DOHC 32-valve diesel V-8, iron block and aluminum heads, direct fuel injection DISPLACEMENT: 305 cu in, 4997 cc Power: 310 hp @ 3200 rpm Torque: 555 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm TRANSMISSION: 6-speed automatic with manual shifting mode DIMENSIONS: Wheelbase: 151.6 in Length: 242.8 in Width: 80.7 in Height:78.7 in Passenger volume: 120 cu ft Curb weight: 7360 lb FUEL ECONOMY: EPA city/highway driving: Not rated
*A special thanks to Lou and the folks over at Corley Nissan for the test drive . **To see the new Titan in and around Gallup, check out my YouTube channel, Gallup Journey Test Drives.
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Song for Laughing Eyes
by Shelley Morningsong www.shelleymorningsongonline.com
A child that grew up in the arms of Corn Mountain, She woke to its majesty each morning … Her name was Margaret Lewis Edaakie, she was Tsitda (Mother), Hotda (Grandmother), Kya-wu (Sister) and Kuywa (friend). Her Indian name was Laughing Eyes and it was a fitting name for such a beautiful woman who lived her life with purpose and with faith that could move mountains. She was my husband’s beloved Grandmother and the memories of her amazing life continue to live inside of him as with the rest of his family. She was born in Zuni Pueblo, a small village that sits at the foot of Dowa Yalanne (Sacred Corn Mountain) in New Mexico. The very essence of this prehistoric place called Zuni can be felt as you climb its mesas and breath in the juniper-filled air. Laughing Eyes awoke to the majesty of Dowa Yalanne each morning; she grew up in the arms of this revered mountain. The top of this grand mesa, according to the Zuni creation story, is the place where the people took refuge during the great flood. Ancient petroglyphs tell stories from days of long ago when the ancestors made their home there. Laughing Eyes was respected and loved for her unselfish acts of kindness and generosity, not only to her immediate family but also extended family and those she called friend. Reservation life had its challenges but there was no task too big or small that she wouldn’t give of her time. She opened her home to anyone in need and generously took care of the poor and disadvantaged. She was a pillar of strength and devotion to all those who knew her. My sister Antoinette tells a heartfelt story of when she was eleven years old. It was 1957 and there was going to be a square dance at St. Anthony’s school where she attended. Antoinette became sad as the day drew near because she knew she would have to attend the event without a special dress. She couldn’t bring herself to ask for a dress knowing the family didn’t have much money so she remained silent about it. The day of the dance came and that evening Antoinette went to her closet and began to look for something to wear. At that very moment, Grandmother Margaret came into her room and surprised her with a fine-looking white dress she had sewn, trimmed with silver ric rack and a stunning white petticoat to go with it. Every stitch was sewn with all the love she could hold in her heart for a sweet Grand daughter. Antoinette said she went to the dance that night feeling like a princess. Grandmother spent countless hours sewing traditional outfits and applying beadwork to them for her children and grandchildren. A Grandmother’s love and care can make precious memories to last a life time. Grandmother Margaret, Laughing Eyes, was a composer of songs and when she sang, the sound of her voice was that of an angel. She sang traditional songs she had learned from early childhood. Songs for the harvest, songs for the thunder beings and songs for grinding corn. She sang like a song bird that is born to sing a thousand songs. Laughing Eyes is the author of the famous “Zuni Lullaby” song which tells of a young Indian Mother soothing her little one, which has become an Indian standard.
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My husband Fabian spent many nights singing our daughter to sleep with Grandma Songs. After she’d already been tucked into bed I would hear her call out “Daddy, come and sing me Grandma Songs.” The first time I heard the voice of Laughing Eyes was when the Library of Congress sent us some of her early recordings from 1946. None of the family had heard her beautiful songs since 1972, and when the CD arrived we all gathered around to listen and there were many tears. Laughing Eyes was the first woman allowed to sing at the ceremonial opening of the 1933 Chicago Worlds Fair. After the fair, she was summoned to Atlantic City, New Jersey to perform for Queen Elizabeth’s parents. In 1937 Laughing Eyes, along with her family dance group from Zuni, the Zuni Rainbow Dancers, performed some traditional Zuni dances for the opening of the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco. During World War II, she sang in the Hollywood Bowl in order to sell war bonds and she also sang in New York at the dedication of the Santa Fe railroad’s El Capitan. Grandmother Margaret, Laughing Eyes, was a seasoned entertainer and performed every summer at the Stand Rock Indian Ceremonials in the Wisconsin Dells along with her family from 1933 until 1972. She was skilled at making exquisite silver and turquoise jewelry and her beadwork was sought after. It is my sincere desire that the song I wrote for Grandmother Margaret called “Song for Laughing Eyes” will help to nurture the memory of her in the hearts and minds of her Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren.
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Song for Laughing Eyes
From the Album “Out of the Ashes” A child that grew up in the arms of Corn Mountain She woke to its majesty each morning, In the sleepy Zuni morning Her hair was as black as a moonless night sky Pulled back by tradition to show her face, The face of innocence They called her Laughing Eyes She could melt the coldest heart They called her Laughing Eyes Laughing Eyes ….. She grew old and wise in the arms of Corn Mountain She sang songs of love to her children She taught them to her children. They called her Laughing Eyes She could sing an angel’s song, They call her Laughing Eyes Laughing Eyes …. We still sing your songs … They called her Laughing Eyes She could sing an angel’s song, They call her Laughing Eyes Laughing Eyes …. Grandma, sing your beautiful songs … When all was said and all was done, And the road of life had been well traveled, The Great Mystery gave her rest In the arms of Corn Mountain
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Dowa Yallanne written by Shelley Morningsong
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We’ve got the beat this month at ArtsCrawl on April 9th. The theme is Downtown Beat, so put on your groovin’ shoes and get ready to march to the beat of your own drum down Coal Ave. Follow the rhythm to a performance of Native American drumming and dance by a local group. Inspired to make your own beats? Join in a drum circle. Drums aren’t the only thing we’ve got on tap. Art is in the works too (of course!). If you’re ready to rock the boat, check out a live painting demo by outsider, activist artist Dana Chandler. And don’t miss radical, political contemporary Native artist Demian DinéYazhi at the Shallow Gallery. Local legend Ric Sarracino’s one-man show at ART123 is also sure to drum up a crowd. To put the cherry on top of your art sundae, check out artists from the Navajo Nation Museum at 233 W. Coal. Once you’re all drummed out, turn the corner and enter El Morro Theater’s fan-art contest at the Second Street Event Center. Take an old movie poster and cut, paste and craft it into an award-worthy Star Wars collage (the best wins a nifty prize!). While you’re there, pose next to life-size cut-outs of Kylo Ren, everyone’s favorite Chewbacca, or your BFF Darth Vader and take pics for your fan page (we know you have one!).
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Business Spotlight Despite being a bit on the small side, Gallup provides significant opportunities to buy from businesses that are locally owned and operated. Bubany Insurance Agency is one of those opportunities. Founded in 1946 by George Bubany, the ownership has only changed three times in the past 70 years. The Taira family has owned the Agency since 2006. As a result of the purchases of Lucas-Vigil Insurance in 2011, and most recently Carney Vidal Insurance in 2015, Bubany Insurance is now one of the largest insurance agencies in northwest New Mexico. “Our recent acquisitions have given us several additional companies and services to help meet the insurance needs of our customers,” said Kevin Taira, Owner and Agency Principal. “We are a full service agency and are also licensed to write insurance in Arizona and Colorado, as well as New Mexico.” The ten staff members have nearly 200 years of combined experience to assist with any insurance questions that may arise. Several staff members are bilingual and can aid customers in Navajo and Spanish. For more information about Bubany Insurance Agency, visit bubanyins@bubanyinsurance.com or come by their office at 311 S. Third Street in Gallup. Their telephone number is 505-863-3836.
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hen I reflect on the success of people whose life has touched mine I believe it is so important to understand the real meaning of servant leadership. So important! “But Jesus called them to him and said,
‘You know that the rulers of the Gentiles lord it over them, and their great ones exercise authority over them. It shall not be so among you. But whoever would be great among you must be your servant, and whoever would be first among you must be your slave, even as the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many’ (Matthew 20:25-28).” “The greatest among you shall be your servant. Whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and whoever humbles himself will be exalted’” (Matthew 23:8-12).” As I reflected on these passages I wondered, “What are the characteristics of someone who puts others first?” What does a Servant Leader do different than the rest of a population? Upon a little further study, I discovered that s/he puts the needs of the followers first — not themselves or the preservation of their own power. (This, counter intuitively, results in more influence.) S/he also makes it a practice to transfer as much authority as possible to the followers, enabling them to make their own decisions in as many areas as is possible. Other words for this are empowerment and decentralization. These are not just popular buzzwords. The more often the Servant Leader practices transferring authority, the more others feel empowered. The servant leader seeks the growth of their followers to their maximum potential. This is another reason that topdown oriented leadership is not right or helpful: it stunts the growth of followers by making most of their decisions for them. This type of leader recognizes that they are accountable to those they lead. The leaders in government are ultimately accountable to the people, and the best governmental leaders see themselves as public servants in the fullest sense. Additionally, s/he seeks to lead chiefly through influence and persuasion, not authority or coercion (threat of punishment or bad consequences for not doing what the leader wants). Note that this requires that the servant leader read and study, for there is no other way to have the knowledge needed to operate according to persuasion. Finally, and maybe most importantly, s/he has a concern for the poor and marginalized. Concern for the poor is a fundamental biblical responsibility, and the servant leader recognizes that this is not to be forgotten in the way they go about anything, including the way they lead. To find the path of wisdom and happiness, first seek to serve.
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Open Letter to a Lineman, To My Friend For the last few years I’ve started the practice of writing in my journal each night at the close of the day. Except for the circumstances, today wouldn’t have been very different. Today I have been reminded to think about my life, my progression and for the gratitude I have in my heart for the key individuals in my life that have helped me along the way. There was a time many years ago when I was the youngest Journeyman Lineman out of three crews. The rest, were all great guys, smart, hardworking and always willing to sacrifice their time with their families in order to keep the lights on for those they served. This, after all, is the common story for lineman - always working behind the scenes, seldom crossing the customers mind except for those times when the lights go out. What isn’t nearly as common for linemen, especially a young journeyman like I was then, was the conversation I had so many years ago with the senior line foreman, Harrison Washburn. I had been working as a lineman for The City of Gallup for just over 5 years when our current Assistant Superintendent, Freddie Martinez announced that he would be retiring. We all knew that this vacancy would present one lucky lineman with the opportunity to advance in his career. Well, I applied for the job and got it. Now anyone that knows me wouldn’t consider that new information, but what those same people wouldn’t or couldn’t know is how Harrison Washburn, the guy that everyone (including me) believed should get the position, came to me and asked me to apply.
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What’s more, is that he spoke to me as a mentor, as a friend, but most importantly, as someone who saw something in me, potential perhaps, that at the time, I never could have. He not only asked me to apply for the position, he also committed to me that he would support me and help me, no matter what. This has remained one of those times in my life that I remember perfectly. That day, working with the crew out at Ft Wingate, sitting under the Zuni Mountains, listening to a man I looked up to as our leader try and convince me that I should be his boss. And ultimately setting me out on a path that has changed my life more than I could ever express. Like I said, I applied and was selected for the job, and when it came to support, Washburn was true to his word. He always had my back, despite the fact I’m sure, that as a young superintendent in charge of one of the largest Municipal Electrics in the State of NM, I gave him many opportunities to regret that promise. But if he ever did, I never knew it. He never faltered regardless of my shortcomings. Washburn would again prove his effectiveness as an instigator, when five years later he again approached me and convinced me that I should apply for the recently posted Gallup Joint Utilities Deputy Directors position. Talk about being a master of the Jedi mind trick!?! Once again, armed with Washburn’s promise of support I applied for a position that in my mind I believed should go to someone else, and like the time before, I was selected for the job. Looking back, the importance of both of these advancements can’t be overstated. They both proved to be critically antecedent to where I am today.
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I’ve often wondered about those life events, and why a lineman many more years my senior would do what Washburn did. When I started in Gallup, he wasn’t the first lineman I met, but
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5 years w that this vacancy would present one job and got it. Now anyone that knows n’t or couldn’t know is how Harrison ame to me and asked me to apply. Whats one who saw something in me, potential he was the first lineman I worked with. For whatever reason those first few days stand out to me. I remember that in those first couple of days osition, he also committed to me that he mes in my life that I remember perfectly. event at his daughter’s school. I remember that he drove his old single cab Chevy dually out to the job site because we were working out at listening to a man I looked up to as our the Wingate Substation. I remember that he had me write my name on the wall just inside the door of the Wingate on a path that has changed my life more n it came to support, Washburn was true switch house, telling that he had done the very same thing when he had started at Gallup. That was in the year 2000. I would intendent in charge of one of the largest spend the next several years working with Harrison Washburn, bringing our time together to a close at just over fourteen at promise. But if he ever did, I never
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rs later he again approached me and All things are subject to change, and when I finally succumb to the realization that I had outgrown Gallup, and that something y Directors position. Talk about being a port I applied for a position that in my else was out there for me, it was once again Washburn that came to me and despite telling me many times that he wished the job. Looking back, the importance of I would reconsider, ultimately it was his gentle words of support, encouragement and kindness that solidified my decision to cedent to where I am today.
resign. Resign I did, and new things I embraced, and always with Washburn’s support. Now I know, in terms of my but he is certainly one of the most. And though I haven’t been in Gallup for
s my senior would do what Washburn career path, Washburn wasn’t the only person in my life that was inspirational, t lineman I worked with. Harrison For whatever ays he left early to attend an event at his a few years now, the imprint on my life he left is no less evident today than it was so job site because we were working out at many ago. ll just inside the years door of the Wingate llup. That was in the year 2000. I would ogether to a close at just over fourteen
I love where I’m at now. With my job and my family’s new home, it couldn’t be better. But tonight, New Mexico is a very long ways away. Harrison Washburn passed ad outgrown Gallup, and that something away today. Darwin Becenti called me to give me the news. So did Ray Lucero. So e telling me many times that he wished d kindness that solidiDied my decision to did Darlene Chism and Bill Damon. All good friends, who like me, were fortunate support. Now I know, in terms of my enough to have worked with Washburn for a time. He died much too young. He onal, but he is certainly one of the most. ft is no less evident today then it was so died much too soon. My heart and prayers go out to his family at this time. May Our Heavenly Father lift them up.
But tonight, New Mexico is a very long me the news. So did Ray Lucero. So did Thank you, Harrison Washburn. h to have worked with Washburn for a to his family at this time. May Heavenly That just had to be said.
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VETERAN’S CORNER
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n the fall of 1987, Artie Muller and Ray Manzo, two Vietnam veterans met to discuss their personal concerns about the POW/MIA’s from the Vietnam War. They were deeply troubled by the abhorrent neglect of attention given to those who did not make it out with their lives or their freedom. These veterans discussed the more than 10,000 reported sightings of live Americans living in dismal captivity. These two were ordinary men who understood that they had a right to have their voices heard and proceeded to lay down the plans for a gathering in Washington, D.C. during the 1988 Memorial Day weekend. Word spread quickly and by Memorial Day weekend in 1988, approximately 2,500 motorcyclists from all over the country converged on Washington, D.C. to demand from our leaders a full accounting of all POW/MIA’s. James “Gunny” Gregory and Bill Evans heard about this Rolling Thunder gathering in Washington, D.C. and decided to put together a group of motorcycle riders who were also Vietnam Veterans to make a Run to participate in Rolling Thunder and to visit the Vietnam Memorial Wall. Thus, in 1989, Run For The Wall was established with a small group of motorcyclists/veterans who understood the concerns about the POW/MIA’s who should not be forgotten. What started out as a Run to bring awareness to the POW/MIA issue also turned into an opportunity for healing amongst all veterans, a chance for the Vietnam Veterans to receive a “Welcome Home” and to start the healing process, plus the occasion to spread good will and education. Not only did the Vietnam War vets find healing amongst themselves, but after several years the Vietnam Veterans began aiding the healing of younger vets from Desert Storm and Iraqi Freedom wars. There is a very special camaraderie between veterans of all eras. There have been as many as 300 riders participating in the Central Route of Run For The Wall. It is an exactly regimented ride with strict timelines and many months of preparation to establish overnight accommodations, gas stops and meal venues. Most meals are donated to the riders and there are even some opportunities for free fuel. There is also opportunity to visit VA Hospitals and the patients, plus many Veteran’s Memorials; the most touching of which is at Angel Fire, New Mexico. Every move of the group is orchestrated for the 10-day trek to Washington, D.C. and The Wall. It is the only coast to coast motorcycle event in the U.S. where the riders ride in double-file; two abreast, in order to make a statement of solidarity for The Mission. Besides the Central Route, there are two other routes; the Southern Route and the Midway Route. The Run starts in Rancho Cucamonga, California, with each of the three groups breaking off for their respective travel on the way to The Wall. Since about 1995, Run For The Wall has made Gallup, New Mexico an overnight stop. In the beginning they received a spaghetti meal and stayed in inexpensive motels or camped at the KOA campground. That first year, each of the campers were charged $5 to pitch their tent. Upon finding out why the campers were there, Mr. Gene Dolney, owner of the KOA, personally returned their $5 fee to them and thanked them for their service and for what they were doing on The Run. Thereafter, all Run For The Wall
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participants camped at the KOA for free. Mr. Dolney was very patriotic and we wonder if this event had any bearing on his changing the name of the KOA to USA RV Park? Through the evolution of the years, the Gallup participants have been treated to sit-down dinners with tablecloths and linen napkins at our larger hotel venues. One very momentous event from 2000 was when Gallup Medal of Honor Recipient, Hershey Miyamura was honored. The place mats at each platesetting had a photo of Mr. Miyamura when he was presented the Medal of Honor by President Eisenhower. After the dinner most of the Vietnam Veterans wanted Mr. Miyamura’s autograph on the place mat. Hershey Miyamura, being the great man that he is, would sign each place mat, then stand up to salute and shake the hand of every single one of the veterans that came before him (which was probably close to 200). It was a very poignant sight that many still talk about today. For the last several years, as the contingent of riders and guests has grown, the gathering is now held at Red Rock Park. The local Lions Club members place American Flags all along the road into the park. The Gallup Fire Department uses two ladder trucks to raise a giant American Flag which the group rides under. Plus most of the riders
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fly American Flags and POW/MIA flags on their motorcycles. It is quite a sight to see all the patriotism as the riders, wearing the patches of RFTW and the patches of their service, rumble into Red Rock Park. It will definitely give you goose bumps and likely bring tears to your eyes. Gallup has become a favorite and much-anticipated stop for the RFTW riders. Our local Veterans Helping Veterans has a T-Shirt designed each year by local artist Johnny Blueyes. All the guests at the event clamor to purchase the beautiful native-design shirts; many buy more than one shirt. During the day, the Black Creek Gourd Society will host two gourd dances. One starts at noon, which honors local veterans and supporters, and the second dance is held for the RFTW riders. Any veteran or other attendee is encouraged to participate in the Gourd Dance. It is common that members of the Black Creek Gourd Society will present a few honored veterans with ceremonial shawls. Legend has it that the Gourd Dance was a ceremony to honor the warriors as they were riding off to war on their fierce equine steeds; thus, it is fitting that our Black Creek Gourd Society are now honoring the warriors riding their iron steeds. The dance and ceremonies have been known to last into late evening. The many warriors, exhausted from the long ride of the day, and also the powerful emotions of the Gourd Dance, will then retire to their respective beds for a good night’s sleep. RFTW Mission Statement: To promote healing among ALL veterans and their families and friends, to call for an accounting of all Prisoners of War and those Missing in Action (POW/MIA), to honor the memory of those Killed in Action (KIA) from all wars, and to support our military personnel all over the world. It has happened that a new participant in RFTW, called an “FNG” will arrive at their start of The Run; they are all closed up and hesitant to take on this event. At registration, a new person to The Run will receive an “FNG” pin (we call it the ‘Funny New Guy’ pin), usually in a bright neon color. This is a beacon to the established participants that the FNG needs guidance and extra love. There are long-time participants who take it upon themselves to “adopt” the FNG. It is often a very frightening and uncertain move to go to The Wall for the first time. These FNG’s are always accompanied by their new friends to make this first visit to The Wall. A hand on the shoulder, a big hug, tears and camaraderie are the company for the first visit and often for many more to come. By the end of The Run, these FNG’s have found a brotherhood with their fellow veterans and the supporters. They have a new outlook and have been able to shed some of the nightmares of war. You can see more about Run For The Wall at www.rftw.org. There is a listing of all the overnight stops for each of the three groups, an itinerary for every day of the event, a listing of all the designated hotels or campgrounds. This is a life-changing event and should be experienced by every veteran and supporter. There is still time for you to make your plans and preparations; to ready your motorcycle, to book your accommodations, to arrange your vacation time and to set your mind to Run For The Wall! Whether you are a local veteran of any era, or a patriotic supporter of our veterans, please plan to attend the events at Red Rock Park on May 19, 2016. The riders are scheduled to arrive at 3:00pm, with ceremonies and the Gourd Dance to follow. But get there early! You don’t want to miss the grand entrance.
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I plan to cure my seasonal allergies...or die trying. by C.Van Drunen
You are buried in a mountain of tissue and your sinuses cycle from a dripping faucet to virtual packed clay soil. Yes…it’s allergy season.
don’t necessarily hang out in Juniper, so the local honey of our area probably won’t have much juniper pollen in it and therefore won’t help you adapt.
And it sucks.
My solution to this is to simply buy any honey and add Juniper pollen into it. I will then eat the honey everyday for the next year, and twelve months from now I will see if there is any improvement in my miserable condition. The issue with this is that finding juniper pollen is extremely difficult. I’ve looked on the web hoping to buy a jar of it, but it’s simply not available.
Personally I’d rather roll around in a patch of prickle pear cactus than endure another 8 weeks of Kleenex combat, drugged out anti-histamine hallucinations, or dangerous steroid usage. I’ve actually considered planning my vacations around this time of year simply to gain a week or two of clarity in the heat of the this battle. I’ve tried just about everything from Claritin-Allegra to herbal homeopathy to Kenalog steroids that damaged my adrenal glands. The only thing that was effective was the steroids, unfortunately jacking your entire endocrine system up to relieve allergies isn’t exactly a great deal (Seriously read about steroid side effects before consenting to the needle…it’s crazy).
Because of this I’ve resorted to duct taping furnace filters to the back of box fans and simply running them in my house. The filters collect pollen out of the air which I can then extract and put in honey. The problem is that the filters collect everything: dirt, bacteria, dead skin, etc…, and I am not sure that I want to eat that ( it could be worse than the steroids). Juniper pollen is also lighter than dust; it literally floats in the air and is hard to settle, so I am mystified at how to collect it cleanly.
So now what? The next logical step on this allergy train is to get immunotherapy. This is where you go to an allergy specialist and get shots regularly of the actual pollen that you are allergic to and your body will slowly adapt to that allergen and, after time, no longer trigger an allergic response. The only problem with this concept is that it means regular trips to ABQ and probably about $3500 out of my checkbook.
This is where I make a public plea. I am told that Native Americans are excellent pollen collectors, is there ANYONE out there that can collect Juniper/Cedar pollen for me? I am willing to make it worth your time (a.k.a. $$$). If you, or anyone you know has experience collecting pollen give me a call and let’s work out a deal. Email me at gallupjourney@gmail. com or call 505-240-7678.
Being the cheap person that I am, I’ve decided to try my own version of immunotherapy. It’s been long known that eating local honey year round can help alleviate allergies based on the same principal as allergy shots. Basically local bees gather local pollen which is in their honey and you eat it and get used to it.
And may all our allergies die like the spring winds that feed them.
The problem is that I am allergic to Juniper pollen. Probably most people who have allergies this time of year are allergic to Juniper as well. This is the main pollen in our area for this time of year. Unfortunately trees aren’t flowers and bees
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which started with the treadle, and through an attached rod, spun the big wheel below, sending the belt wrapped around it into motion. This belt rose up through the cabinet top, looped around and spun a smaller wheel attached to the sewing machine itself. All of these motions together, caused the needle to lift and fall. The speed of the needle’s rise and dip was dependent on the speed of my mom’s foot. I was never tired of watching it work. My mom worked with a fixed focus and concentration, oblivious to the engineering accomplishment she was operating. She just steadily shoved the material along under the “foot” and needle, folding and tucking material as she moved it forward, leaving the machine to do its work. Once the material was clear of the needle, she had a neat and tightly sewn union. That’s all she felt there was to think about it.
The actual sewing machine, when not in use, was flipped cleverly down into its wood cabinet, replaced on top by the folding flap that was flipped to its resting position to make the surface semi flat for other uses. Hanging at each side of the cast iron legs were three stacked small long and deep drawers. In these she kept buttons, needles, zippers, scissors, thread, thimbles, material, gum and who knows what else because, except for me, no one gave the machine a second thought, except as something to lay or rest something on.
“A Sewing Machine” S omething woke me this morning around four o’clock. As I lay there deciding what to do, I gradually became aware of an old, familiar, but soothing smell. I couldn’t place it at first, but then it came to me; it was the smell I remembered of my mother’s sewing machine. I was surprised that I would smell this now; it’s been over fifty years of a lifetime ago, and many, many miles away from where I last saw it.
My first memory of this sewing machine was as a very small boy. I was always fascinated by how things worked. I often took things apart to find out how they worked and learned enough to be able to revive some “broken” things the adults had given up on. The one thing I never touched was my mom’s sewing machine, but it fascinated me. The machine was a piece of furniture really, always meant to have its own spot in some part of the home. It was heavy. Its cabinet was made of wood, oak maybe, the legs, and pedal or treadle (didn’t know it was called this at the time) were scroll cast iron. The work top area of this wonderfully crafted cabinet had a folding flap that extended the work area beyond the edge of cabinet itself, making a long and comfortable cutting and measuring surface which didn’t require standing or stretching to reach the other side. This work surface had rounded corners with smooth and finely sanded roll over thumbnail edges that went all around the entire surface top. There was never a fabric snag on that surface, because my mom always wiped it down at least once a month with Old English Red Oil furniture polish to keep it clean and shiny. I’d watch her as she worked on an item; working the pedal that had the word ‘Singer’ centered in the middle of it. I was mesmerized by the chain of motions
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In our previous home, it had had a prominent spot in my mom’s bedroom. Often, while I sat in the breeze of the open window, I would watch her sew skirts, curtains, fix my pants, shirts, and other such things all while carefully measuring, folding and tucking each soon to be joined flap. I never understood the sewing, but I learned how the machine worked. While I took in the mechanics, she quietly and solemnly displayed her real skill with it. She seemed to really enjoy sewing, and I enjoyed watching her work the machine so confidently. After the separation of my parents, the sewing machine was moved to the basement and forgotten. My mother was now a working mom and didn’t have the time or, I guess, the interest in sewing anymore. She never used it again and died years later. I don’t know what happened to the machine, but I do know the last time I saw it, it was in that dark basement, covered with dust and with a now peeling veneer. I remember looking it over for a time and opening each of the drawers. They were empty, but from each drawer I opened I was hit with the coming of smells of material, perfume, chewing gum, wood, and the hint of furniture polish. All of these smells together became the smell I would thereafter always remember of that machine and of all of those long ago wonderful times quietly spent with my mom. I’d like to think that she was nearby this morning, happy, and busy sewing again.
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Child Abuse Prevention Event
On April 2nd, at the Student Support Center, 640 S. Boardman, CYFD invites you to join our community event to learn Kimberly Wells, President of Upsilon Chapter of Gallup, how you can help prevent child abuse and help keep children safe. New Mexico of The Delta Kappa Gamma Society International, is pleased to announce the availability of a scholarship for a high school The Police, Sheriff, Fire Departments and many other agencies will be available to provide information about their role in the female senior who is interested in pursuing a teaching career. This community. There will be a walk that will start at the Gallup CYFD scholarship is named in honor of Mildred Holmes, a well-known office (1720 E. Aztec) at 10:30 am and end at the GMCS Student teacher who taught in the Gallup McKinley County Schools. She Support Center. Please join us in a parade of people that care! Attend was a very active member in the community and in Delta Kappa Gamma. This organization is a professional honor society for women mini-information sessions on topics that include: Common myths about Children, Youth and Families Department (CYFD), how educators with more than 85,000 members. Established in eighteen member countries around the world, the Society defines its mission children come into protective custody and how to become a foster or as promoting professional and personal growth of women educators adoptive parent, our free foster and adoptive parent training, sleep safety for infants, unattended children left in cars, and The Indian and excellence in education. Child Welfare Act (ICWA). Booths will be open from 11am- 3pm. The first and second Mildred Holmes Scholarship was To reserve a FREE booth space or for more information call Gallup awarded to Tracie M. Benally of Crownpoint, New Mexico. Ms. CUFD at 505.863.9556. There will be free balloons and hotdogs!!! Benally is currently attending Smith College in Northampton, Massachusetts. The third annual scholarship was awarded to Ingrid Patton last year. Ms. Patton is attending Rockhurst University in Kansas City, MO. For further information or for an application for this scholarship you may contact Clara Enriquez at 505-863-6696 or at DoisaEnriquez@aol.com. Deadline of application is April 4, 2016.
UNM-Gallup and Pueblo of Zuni Partner to Improve Educational Opportunities
Recipient Ingrid Patten is shown with Kim Wells, Upsilon President. Ingrid hopes to major in Special Education
Annual Kiwanis Club Fundraiser Spaghetti Dinner The Gallup Sunrise Kiwanis Club will hold its 13th Annual Spaghetti Dinner on Thursday April 14, 2016 at the Miyamura High School Cafeteria, 680 South Boardman, from 4:30 to 7:30 pm to raise funds for the Dictionary Project. Please join us in providing a dictionary for every Third Grade Student in McKinley County. Tickets are $6.00 and are available from Sunrise Kiwanis members and Miyamura High School Key Club members or at the door. For more information contact John Taylor at (505) 863-3770.
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The University of New Mexico, the UNM-Gallup Campus and the Pueblo of Zuni are embarking on an innovative partnership aimed at redesigning the function and potential of the UNMGallup Zuni Campus. At the heart of this new collaborative effort is the opportunity for the Pueblo of Zuni to assume the lead in expanding the higher learning and community educational services of programs through a transition plan that will transfer management and operational responsibilities to tribal governance and control. Dr. Christopher Dyer, UNM-Gallup Chief Executive Officer, echoed the benefits of the partnership model, “UNM-Gallup is committed to continue as a partner in this endeavor and will explore a diversity of educational delivery systems and programs that will represent a robust and ongoing educational presence in the Zuni Pueblo.�
Cathedral High School Class of 1966 50th Reunion Cathedral High School Class of 1966 are planning their 50th Reunion, for Labor Day Weekend September 2-4th, 2016. For more information contact Dorothy Martinez Leyba at (505) 870-4777. More information to come. April 2016
87301 What filing status is right for you? By Steve A. Petranovich Your federal income tax filing status can affect exemptions, reportable income, deductions, credits, tax rates, liability, the type of form you file, and whether you need to file at all. In addition, some states require that you use the status reported on your federal return. That can affect the amount of state tax you pay. Five filing statuses are available under current tax law. Here’s an overview to help you determine which one is right for you. • Single. You’re considered single if you’re unmarried, divorced, or legally separated as of the last day of your taxable year (generally December 31). • Married filing jointly. When you’re legally married under the laws of your state, you and your spouse can elect to combine your income and file a joint return. In cases of divorce or separate maintenance decrees, the laws of your state determine whether you’re considered married. Under proposed regulations issued in 2015, same-sex marriages are recognized for federal income tax purposes when the marriage is recognized by any state. • Married filing separately. As a married couple, you can choose to file joint or separate returns. When you file separately, you can change your mind later and amend your return to file jointly. However, you can’t switch from joint status to married filing separately after the due date of the original return. Joint returns offer benefits such as a higher standard deduction. But separating your tax liability from your spouse’s by filing separate returns can be beneficial in some situations. Just be aware that certain breaks, such as the child and dependent care credit, may not be available if you chose this filing status. • Head of household. This is the filing status to use if you’re single and provide more than half the cost of maintaining a household for a dependent who lives with you. You may also be able to use head of household status when you’re single and maintaining a separate household for a parent-including one living in a nursing home. Head of household tax brackets are more generous than those for single filers, but less broad than the brackets for married filers who complete a joint return. • Qualifying widow or widower. If you were widowed during the year and have not remarried, you have the option of filing jointly with your late spouse. When you’re widowed and have dependent children, you can continue to use joint tax rates for two additional years following the year your spouse died. This status lets you benefit from the favorable tax rates of joint filers and claim the highest standard deduction. Contact us for help in determining which filing status fits your situation. Steve A. Petranovich CPA PC petrocpa@hotmail.com petrocpa17.com April 2016
Lynden Christian High School Concert Choir Concert The LCHS Concert Choir will be performing a concert on Saturday, April 9th, at 7:00 p.m. at Rehoboth Christian Reformed Church. This concert will be a part of their spring break tour to Phoenix, the Grand Canyon, and Rehoboth. The Concert Choir seeks to bring glory to God through the beauty of singing, and they hope you will join them for an evening of worship and song! Their program will feature a wide range of choral music from the 15th century to the present: Renaissance motets, a piece from Bach’s B minor mass, Handel’s Hallelujah Chorus, spirituals, gospel songs, a little bit of jazz, and more! Admission is free, and there will be a freewill offering received to help the choir defray tour expenses.
Red Rock String Ensemble Spring Concert Red Rock String Ensemble are offering a spring concert on Sunday, April 17th, at 4:00pm. It is free admission and will be held at First United Methodist Church in Gallup. The concert will featured soloist Liam Murphy on the guitar. Concert program: Solo Spanish guitar works Boccherini - Guitar Quintet in D - Fandango Tedesco - Guitar Quintet Haydn - Symphony No 104 “London”
Parking Lot Dedication At Comfort Suites To A Wounded Veteran “On Friday April 1st, at 4pm, we will be having a special parking lot dedication ceremony. We will be designating one of our spots to Purple Heart Recipients only. Meaning, only a Combat Wounded Veteran will be allowed to park there. I hope that you will be able to attend this great event honoring those veterans who have spilled their life’s blood for our freedoms.” - Kenneth P. Riege/CHA GM Comfort Suites - New Mexico’s only 4-Time Platinum Award Winning Hotel. www.comfortsuitesgallup.com
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Early Childhood Coalition Q&A Dear Early Childhood Coalition, My infant cries and is “fussy.” Will I spoil her if I respond to every cry? From: A Concerned Parent Dear Concerned Parent, Most parents ask themselves this question at some point during the first months of their baby’s life. The first thing to know is that very young babies cry to let you know they need something, like food, water or comfort. This is completely different than a two year old screaming for candy or a 4 year old crying for a new toy! So relax in the knowledge that you can and should respond to your crying infant in those first months of her life. Now, sometimes it’s not so easy to figure out what it is exactly that your baby needs. Is she squirming? Maybe she needs a diaper change. Is she rubbing her eyes? She might be tired. Is she trying to suck on something? She’s likely hungry. Once you know what your infant needs, give it to her! This is the best way to show her that she can count on you. When babies feel safe and secure, they become toddlers and grade school students who are less fussy. As your baby gets closer to her first birthday, you can help her learn to handle her own upset feelings and calm herself down. How? Watch your baby to get a sense of what comforts her. Does she calm down when she is swaddled or rocked? Does she get less fussy when you sing to her or play with her? Wonderful! These are clues to how she might start comforting herself. For example, you may see your baby put her hands in her mouth or suck her thumb to calm herself down. Or maybe she gets quiet when looking at something colorful or new? You might then make sure she has a new mobile in her crib or a pacifier within her reach. Remember: every time your baby manages to comfort herself, she is learning that she can do it! Being there when they need us, and then showing them that they can trust themselves, these are wonderful gifts we can give our children that will serve them well throughout their life. From: The Early Childhood Coalition P.S. Books can be a great tool to help your baby build up her focus and self-control. For an infant or toddler, check out some classics like Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes by Annie Kubler or Elmo Says by Sarah Albee. For more resources, go to mindinthemaking.org.
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economies of Gallup and the neighboring reservations As a midwife in Fort Defiance for over 30 years, I have seen the strength of women during pregnancy and birth and in difficult life situations. I have also seen the pain and trauma inflicted by sexual assault and domestic violence. Many years ago I started collecting evidence in cases of sexual assault after testifying in a court case where the accused was not convicted because it was not proven the victim did not consent. I thought if there had been a picture of the bruised handprint on her shoulder where she was restrained, the jury might have been convinced the victim did not consent. Often victims give in to sexual assault due to fear and threats. In the years since then, I have worked with others to improve the response to sexual violence; there is now more knowledge of the dynamics of sexual violence and how health care, law enforcement, and others can respond and decrease the toll taken on the victim and the community. Sexual violence includes: 1) sexual assault (rape); 2) domestic and intimate partner violence; 3) bullying and sexting, dating violence, human trafficking (child exploitation and forced prostitution); 4) sexual abuse, coercion, and stalking. These problems are common in communities around the world including Gallup, the Navajo Nation, and the Zuni and Hopi Nations. For example, in 2014, the Navajo Police Department reported 316 sexual assaults and 4,658 calls for Domestic Violence. These are only reported cases. The effects of sexual violence include end of life, disability throughout one’s life, chronic disease, anxiety, post traumatic stress disorder and decreased sense of well being. Sexual violence is often thought of as a woman’s problem but men also experience sexual violence. The whole community is affected by the costs of treating the health problems caused by sexual violence and the loss of the victim’s productivity. One in four women and one in seven men experience domestic violence in their lifetimes. Employers in the US lose 8.3 billion dollars annually due to work place absences and lost work time due to domestic violence. Around the world sexual violence kills more women than malaria, cancer and automobile accidents combined. Young people who go away to college may drop out if they experience rape. Victims of sexual violence may have difficulty in jobs if they are suffering depression and anxiety. Sexual violence has been thought of as an insolvable problem however much is being learned about healing the trauma and reducing the incidence of unwanted sexual contact or attention. Sexual assault and violence are done to shame the victim and feel power over them. Accepting a drink, a ride or a meal is not giving consent for sex. Giving in to sex because of fear is not consent. Although many cases of sexual assault are not prosecuted there are few false reports. The beginning of healing for the victim is to be believed and to be treated with respect by family, friends, law enforcement and health care. Treatment of wounds and medication to reduce the risk of pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections are a priority. Strangulation can put the person’s life in danger for several days if swelling of the trachea occurs. Overcoming a sense of shame is vital for returning to a life of hope and happiness. New treatments can undo the brain pathways that lead to post traumatic stress disorder. By helping the person plan their healing the victim becomes a survivor and can lead a stronger more vibrant life. Depending on the person counseling, group work, prayer, traditional ceremonies and just being with friends and family can heal. Prosecution of those who commit sexual violence is important to keep the community safe from sexual predators. In the past, jurisdictional issues complicated the investigation and prosecution of sexual violence crimes. The Navajo, Apache, Hopi, Zuni Coalition against Sexual Assault and Family Violence (NAHZCASA/FV) was formed to improve the response to sexual violence by law enforcement, health care and to increase resources available to victims. The NAHZCASA/FV mission statement is as follows: “To empower Native communities, prevent sexual violence, increase support services, coordinate care and promote justice and healing for survivors of sexual violence on the Navajo, Apache, Hopi, and Zuni Nations.” Everyone is invited to join this group. -Rosemary Bolza For more information
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“EDUCATION MATTERS”
APRIL FOCUS: GMCS –CYFD The Gallup/McKinley County Children, Youth and Families Department & Gallup/McKinley County Schools Partnership… an agreement to collaborate on a common goal…
“Improving the Quality of Life for Our Children” On Saturday, April 2, 2016, YOU ARE CORDIALLY INVITED to participate as the GMCS Student Support Center (Central office) will host their 2nd Annual CYFD Child Abuse Prevention Month Festival.
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• A parade from the CYFD office to the GMCS-SSC (Student Support Center/Central Office) starting at 10:30 AM. Enjoy booths, giveaways and free hotdogs from 11:30 AM to 3:00 PM, 640 S. Boardman Drive (Next to Miyamura High). See GMCS homepage for more information. • This Community Event offers an opportunity to learn how you can prevent child abuse and keep children safe. Police and Fire departments, as well as many other agencies will be available to provide information about their role in our community. Mini Informational session topics include: • Common myths about children • How children come into protective custody • FREE foster and adoptive parent training • Sleep Safety for Infants • Unattended Children left in cars • The Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) PLEASE JOIN US IN A PARADE OF PEOPLE WHO CARE! For more Information on any of the activities: Call (505)-863-9556 (ask for Raquel or Charles)
Upcoming GMCS Activities April 1- National Geographic State Bee April 2- GMCS/CYFD Community Event and Walk (10:30 AM-3:00 PM) GMCS-SSC April 4- GMCS Board of Education Meeting- Catherine Miller Elementary (4:00 PM) April 9- Regular GMCS-IEC (JOM- Indian Education Meeting) (GMCSSSC -9:00 AM) April 10- NM PED- Indian Education Advisory Meeting (Dulce, NM) April 18- GMCS Board of Education Meeting- GMCS-SSC (6:00 PM) April 22- Gallup City Council honors Golden Apple winner VIOLA HOSKIE (City Hall-6:00 PM) April 28-29 - Navajo Sovereignty Day and Navajo Sovereignty Day “Observed” LOOK for GMCS news monthly in the Gallup Journey, LISTEN for news on Millennium Media, and WATCH for GMCS district happenings on the Barbara Stanley show (Comcast Ch.21) at 6pm live on April 13, 2016!
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FORGIVENESS
We must develop and maintain the capacity to forgive. He who is devoid of the power to forgive is devoid of the power to love. There is some good in the worst of us and some evil in the best of us. When we discover this, we are less prone to hate our enemies. - Martin Luther King, Jr
I don’t like to forgive. It is much easier to hate. “Haters gonna hate” as that great philosopher Taylor Swift By Jay Mason has said. But the greatest people on earth have implored us to forgive one another. Christians say it every time they pray the Lord’s Prayer. This is the season of forgiveness. One person, Jesus Christ, forgave all of us for our sins forever. We celebrate his death and resurrection every Easter season. One of the hardest things to do is to accept someone’s request for forgiveness. But there is a freedom when you do and let that hurt go. A sense of relief can come over you. A chapter in your life can come to an end, and you can move on to bigger and better things. More importantly the same effect happens to the one seeking the forgiveness. As a Catholic I go to confession. It can be a beautiful experience. It is not always fun, but it reduces the rationalization that we humans naturally employ when talking to God. Last Thanksgiving I had a horrible toothache, and my dentist was out of town. When the pain was at its highest, I promised God all kinds of things – if the pain would just go away. What is great about confession is that you talk to a priest who is an instrument of Christ. It is much more difficult to rationalize your sins when you are talking to another person. You must examine your conscience and be as specific as possible. Several years ago my son Michael (about 12 then) and I were standing in line for confession. That day there was a priest we did not know hearing confessions. Michael went first and came out several minutes later to proclaim, “Be careful, dad. That priest asks questions.” After I stopped laughing, I took my turn. It is not always easy to confess, but the relief that comes from a good confession is real. I have to go often. One of the best examples of forgiveness occurred over a hundred years ago. A young Italian girl named Maria Goretti is the youngest canonized saint. She died in 1902 at the age of eleven. Her father died of malaria when she was nine, and her mother and her five siblings moved to a farm south of Rome. She worked at home and helped raise her youngest sister while her Mom and siblings worked on a farm to support the family. She also cooked and cleaned at a neighbor’s house, the Sorenellis. Alessandro Sorenelli, their 20 year old son, was attracted to Maria and for many months tried to take advantage of her. She resisted, but one day he physically attacked her, and when she refused his advances, he stabbed her repeatedly. The next day Maria died. Before she died, she said, “I forgive Alessandro Sorenelli. I want him to be in Heaven with me.” Alessandro went to prison for thirty years for his crime, and he reported that Maria appeared to him and forgave him. From that day forward he lived a good life, and after he served his sentence, he became a Franciscan brother and worked in a monastery as a gardener. After his release, he approached Maria’s mother and asked for forgiveness. Maria’s mother said, “If Maria can forgive you, so can I.” (And she did.) gallupjourney@gmail.com
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MARIA GORETTI Maria’s act of forgiveness became known throughout Italy. A cause for canonization was begun in 1935, and in 1950 she was made a saint. There were so many people that wanted to attend the canonization that it was held for the first time in St. Peter’s Square. Almost all of them are now held outside, but this was the first one. It is estimated that a half a million people attended the event. Her mother was still alive and was present. So was her attacker Alessandro, now a Franciscan brother. Many miracles have been attributed to Maria Goretti, the little eleven year old girl, who forgave her attacker. Now what about us? Are we ready to forgive? In my line of work, I hear almost daily stories of families in turmoil because of the failure of family members and neighbors to forgive one another. Some people have not spoken to each other for years. As hard as it is, we all have a responsibility to try to forgive those who have injured us. They might not accept it, but we still should try. It won’t change what happened in the past, but it should make you a better person. We don’t know how much time we have left here. It is your turn. Happy April Easter!2016
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“No one cares until someone cares: be that one!� This reflection is so important in the world in which we live. Every day in our area there are people who need someone to care about them. We are in an area where poverty all too often shapes the daily life of our neighbors, and poverty makes the very conditions of illness, poor health, daily food, feeding the children, seeking employment or caring for those dependent upon you all the more difficult. - David Conejo/Palacio
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Downtown Gallup Comcast Cares Day April 30, 2016 Comcast Cares Day is a celebration of Comcast’s year-round commitment to service, and has grown to become the nation’s largest single-day corporate volunteer event. In 2015, more than 100,000 volunteers improved more than 900 parks, schools, beaches, senior centers and other vital community sites. Since 2001, more than 700,000 Comcast NBCUniversal employees, their friends, family members and our community partners have volunteered more than 4 million service hours at nearly 6,800 projects in communities across the United States and around the world. On April 30 please join Gallup Business Improvement District, Gallup MainStreet Arts & Cultural District and Comcast volunteers to perform a Spring Clean Up of Downtown Gallup. Sign-up to volunteer at: www.ComcastInTheCommunity.com or email to: francis@gallupbid.com
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