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๐—ช๐—›๐—œ๐—ฅ๐—Ÿ๐—œ๐—ก๐—š ๐—›๐—ข๐—ฅ๐—ฆ๐—˜, ๐Ÿญ๐Ÿด๐Ÿต๐Ÿด, ๐—Ÿ๐—ฎ๐—ธ๐—ผ๐˜๐—ฎ ๐—ฝ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐—ณ๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—บ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ ๐˜„๐—ถ๐˜๐—ต ๐—•๐˜‚๐—ณ๐—ณ๐—ฎ๐—น๐—ผ ๐—•๐—ถ๐—น๐—นโ€™๐˜€ ๐—ช๐—ถ๐—น๐—ฑ ๐—ช๐—ฒ๐˜€๐˜. Gertrude Kรคsebier photographed several Native perf...
04/23/2025

๐—ช๐—›๐—œ๐—ฅ๐—Ÿ๐—œ๐—ก๐—š ๐—›๐—ข๐—ฅ๐—ฆ๐—˜, ๐Ÿญ๐Ÿด๐Ÿต๐Ÿด, ๐—Ÿ๐—ฎ๐—ธ๐—ผ๐˜๐—ฎ ๐—ฝ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐—ณ๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—บ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ ๐˜„๐—ถ๐˜๐—ต ๐—•๐˜‚๐—ณ๐—ณ๐—ฎ๐—น๐—ผ ๐—•๐—ถ๐—น๐—นโ€™๐˜€ ๐—ช๐—ถ๐—น๐—ฑ ๐—ช๐—ฒ๐˜€๐˜. Gertrude Kรคsebier photographed several Native performers in her New York studio. Bill Codyโ€™s production traveled with up to 600 people, 400 horses, and 20 buffalo. Codyโ€™s extravaganza was seen in America, England, and Europe by 70 million people!

Whirling Horse had plucked his eyebrows and lashes, common practice among warriors on the Northern Plains. At age 37, Gertrude Kรคsebier attended art school. At age 43, she decided to learn photography. By age 48 in 1900, she had earned a strong reputation for her portraits. Text and Photoshop cleaning and sharpening by Gary Coffrin.

= Backstory & Analysis =
Whirling Horseโ€™s biographical details are scarce, but he later married Josie, a former wife of Sioux Chief American Horse. The four longest tailfeathers of several eagles were used in making the impressive headdress.

Authors often compare Gertrude Kรคsebierโ€™s portraits of Natives with those of Edward S. Curtis. Curtis, however, spent 23 years producing his monumental 20-volume work, โ€œThe North American Indian,โ€ which contained 1,500 photographs and tribal histories. Kรคsebier took her photos of Natives during a few days. In an unfair tactic, essays comparing them typically offered high praise for a select few of Kรคsebierโ€™s portraits and attacked a select few by Curtis. I see their work as quite similar during their brief period of overlap. However, Curtis faced the challenges of making portraits in the field rather than a studio. Kรคsebier did mostly close head and shoulder shots, a technique not neglected by Curtis.

Kรคsebierโ€™s later portraits were often more creative, particularly when photographing lone women and mothers with their children. In traditional photography, there is only ONE original, the negative, from which many prints can be made. Negatives have greater tonal range and have the full detail of the capture. Many of Kรคsebierโ€™s negatives have survived. Most of Curtis's negatives were destroyed. Curtisโ€™s reputation largely rests on the skills of his backroom staff, who produced superb prints. You can view many Curtis and Kรคsebier images at the Library of Congress website.

Directly comparable to Kรคsebierโ€™s work of the same year, Frank Rinehart and Adolph Muhr photographed 500+ Natives at the 1898 Indian [sic] Congress in Omaha. They used simple backdrops, avoided exaggerated poses, and featured many head and shoulder shots. Starting in 1879, Montana lensman L.A. Huffman captured stunningly candid and relaxed portraits of Native men and women, both in the field and in the studio. Kรคsebierโ€™s portraits of Natives were technically excellent, but that level of excellence was at least equaled by several others, including some frontier photographers.

Books have been published on Gertrude Kรคsebier and the other photographers mentioned. Your library can likely obtain volumes from interlibrary loan services if none are available locally.

As always, I hope that PC users will click the image to enlarge/clarify. I spent hours in Photoshop cleaning and sharpening the photo, although the original file was darn good.

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04/23/2025

"Why Isnโ€™t This Map in the History Books?
Native Tribes of North America Mapped
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The ancestors of living Native Americans arrived in North America about 15 thousand years ago.
As a result, a wide diversity of communities, societies, and cultures finally developed on the continent over the millennia. The population figure for Indigenous peoples in the Americas before the 1492 voyage of Christopher Columbus was 70 million or more.
About 562 tribes inhabited the contiguous U.S. territory. Ten largest North American Indian tribes: Arikara, Cherokee, Iroquois, Pawnee, Sioux, Apache, Eskimo, Comanche, Choctaw, Cree, Ojibwa, Mohawk, Cheyenne, Navajo, Seminole, Hope, Shoshone, Mohican, Shawnee, Miโ€™kmaq, Paiute, Wampanoag, Ho-Chunk, Chumash, Haida. Below is the tribal map of Pre-European North America.
The old map below gives a Native American perspective by placing the tribes in full flower ~ the โ€œGlory Days.โ€ It is pre-contact from across the eastern sea or, at least, before that contact seriously affected change. Stretching over 400 years, the time of contact was quite different from tribe to tribe.
For instance, the โ€œGlory Daysโ€ of the Maya and Aztec came to an end very long before the interior tribes of other areas, with some still resisting almost until the 20th Century. At one time, numbering in the millions, the native peoples spoke close to 4,000 languages. The Americasโ€™ European conquest, which began in 1492, ended in a sharp drop in the Native American population through epidemics, hostilities, ethnic cleansing, and slavery.
When the United States was founded, established Native American tribes were viewed as semi-independent nations, as they commonly lived in communities separate from white immigrants.
Native Tribes of North America Mapped
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What is the texture of life?  Texture is that finely woven fabric of life that demands we have a congenial environment. ...
04/22/2025

What is the texture of life? Texture is that finely woven fabric of life that demands we have a congenial environment. It asks that we be industrious toward success, and that we should have a way of life, a purpose. We should hear the music of life and taste the bitter and the sweet. Texture requires us to research every experience and hear the lesson in it. It orders us to communicate with life and make discoveries about ourselves and progress toward a texture where the course has been refined. Frequently we should examine the texture of life to identify the quality. How wide is my world? How high is my sky? All of us should know our own makeup, our capabilities, our gifts with which we have been divinely endowed. And we should think long on these words from Edna St. Vincent Millay's Renascence: "The world stands out on either side no wider than the heart is wide. Above the world is stretched the sky, no higher than the soul is high."

๐‰๐จ๐ก๐ง๐ง๐ฒ ๐ƒ๐ž๐ฉ๐ฉ โ€“ ๐€๐ง ๐€๐ซ๐ญ๐ข๐ฌ๐ญ ๐–๐ก๐จ ๐„๐ฆ๐›๐จ๐๐ข๐ž๐ฌ ๐ญ๐ก๐ž ๐’๐ฉ๐ข๐ซ๐ข๐ญ ๐จ๐Ÿ ๐๐š๐ญ๐ข๐ฏ๐ž ๐€๐ฆ๐ž๐ซ๐ข๐œ๐š๐ง ๐‚๐ฎ๐ฅ๐ญ๐ฎ๐ซ๐žJohnny Depp (born June 9, 1963, in Owensboro, ...
04/22/2025

๐‰๐จ๐ก๐ง๐ง๐ฒ ๐ƒ๐ž๐ฉ๐ฉ โ€“ ๐€๐ง ๐€๐ซ๐ญ๐ข๐ฌ๐ญ ๐–๐ก๐จ ๐„๐ฆ๐›๐จ๐๐ข๐ž๐ฌ ๐ญ๐ก๐ž ๐’๐ฉ๐ข๐ซ๐ข๐ญ ๐จ๐Ÿ ๐๐š๐ญ๐ข๐ฏ๐ž ๐€๐ฆ๐ž๐ซ๐ข๐œ๐š๐ง ๐‚๐ฎ๐ฅ๐ญ๐ฎ๐ซ๐ž

Johnny Depp (born June 9, 1963, in Owensboro, Kentucky, USA) is more than just a talented actor โ€” he is a soulful artist with a profound connection to Native American culture. With ancestral roots believed to be from the Cherokee or Creek tribes, Depp has consistently demonstrated deep respect and passion for Indigenous traditions through both his creative work and real-world actions.
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One of his most iconic roles was Tonto in The Lone Ranger (2013). Unlike previous portrayals shaped by stereotypes, Depp strove to bring dignity, depth, and authenticity to the character. His genuine approach earned him honorary membership in the Comanche Nation in 2012.

In Dead Man (1995), Depp portrayed William Blake, a character whose spiritual journey mirrors Native American philosophies โ€” exploring harmony between humanity and nature, life and death.

But Deppโ€™s involvement goes far beyond film. He has contributed to Native communities through charitable donations, supported education for Indigenous youth, and participated in cultural events. He has also been an outspoken critic of Hollywoodโ€™s misrepresentation of Native people, advocating for more accurate and respectful portrayals.

Though debates about his heritage have emerged over the years, Johnny Depp remains a rare figure in the entertainment world โ€” someone who doesnโ€™t just act, but genuinely lives and amplifies the spirit of Native American identity on a global stage.
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She is one of those persons whose entire time is given to informing the world about what she does not like. It is not a ...
04/21/2025

She is one of those persons whose entire time is given to informing the world about what she does not like. It is not a simple opinion but an oration spread over a long time and over many acquaintances. Because people are often tolerant, she sits in a gathering with confidence - confidence that assures her how many need to hear, "I don't like..." O persons, your words are frozen in time, a halo of light or darkness that swirls through the ethers like immense flocks of tiny birds hunting food. But those words come home to roost, They do not sing, but they squawk in complaining sounds and echo in the heads of those who cannot like the simplest thing. ~ My children, as you travel along life's road never do harm or cause anyone sadness. ~

We all know the difference between right and wrong. Even without teaching there is an innate knowing that reminds us whe...
04/21/2025

We all know the difference between right and wrong. Even without teaching there is an innate knowing that reminds us when we have overstepped our right or someone else's. Every time we prefer not to keep a law or a rule we say it was put in place to punish us. But it really says to go this way and you will be protected, like driving the right way on a one-way street. But natural laws are for our good as well. They are reflections of spiritual laws and should be revered. Respect for ourselves and for others covers a multitude of rules. Akin to love, it saves a person from himself. ~ When people come to trouble it is better for both parties to come together without arms, to talk it over, and find some peaceful way to settle. ~

"Peace... Comes within the souls of men when they realize their relationship, their oneness, with the universe and all i...
04/21/2025

"Peace... Comes within the souls of men when they realize their relationship, their oneness, with the universe and all its powers, and when they realize that at the center of the Universe dwells Wakan-Tanka, and that this center is really everywhere, it is within each of us." --Black Elk (Hehaka Sapa) OGLALA SIOUXโ€“ If we are to know peace we must look within ourselves. In order to do this, we must learn to be still. We must quiet the mind. We must learn to meditate. Meditation helps us locate and find the center that is within ourselves. The center is where the Great One resides. When we start to look for peace, we need to realize where it is within ourselves. When we experience conflict we need to pause for a moment and ask the Power within ourselves, "How do you want me to handle this? What would you suggest I do in this situation?" By asking the Higher Power for help we find peace. Creator, help me to find peace.

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04/17/2025

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Ten Little-Known Facts About

1. Founding Story: BMW, which stands for Bayerische Motoren Werke AG, was founded in 1916 in Munich, Germany. The company originally built aircraft engines, later expanding into motorcycle production in the 1920s and eventually into cars in the 1930s.

2. The BMW Logo: The BMW logo, commonly known as the "roundel," features a black ring with blue and white quadrants. This design represents the companyโ€™s origins in aviation, symbolizing a spinning propeller against the sky.

3. Innovation Leader: BMW is at the forefront of automotive technology. It launched the worldโ€™s first mass-produced electric vehicle, the BMW i3, in 2013, and continues to innovate with advanced driver assistance systems and hybrid technology.

4. Motorsport Excellence: BMW has a strong presence in motorsports, particularly in touring car and Formula 1 racing. The M division of BMW is known for producing high-performance variants of standard models, renowned for their engineering precision and dynamic driving experience.

5. Global Influence: BMW is a key player in the global automotive market, with a significant presence in various regions around the world.

6. Luxury and Innovation: BMW is synonymous with luxury and innovation, designing vehicles that blend cutting-edge technology with elegance and comfort.

7. Sustainability Efforts: BMW is committed to sustainability, incorporating eco-friendly materials and practices in its production processes. The company is also advancing electric mobility with models like the BMW i4 and iX.

8. International Manufacturing: BMW has production facilities spread across the globe, including in Germany, the United States, and China, ensuring a broad manufacturing footprint.

9. Brand Diversity: In addition to the BMW brand, the company also owns MINI and Rolls-Royce, catering to a wide range of automotive tastes and luxury preferences.

10. Cultural Significance: BMW vehicles frequently become cultural icons, representing a blend of innovation, luxury, and high performance in the automotive world.






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04/17/2025

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Born June 22, 1952, on the Six Nations Reserve in Ohsweken, Ontario, Mr. Greene is a 73 year old FIRST NATIONS Canadian actor who belongs to the ONEIDA tribe. He has worked on stage, in film, and in TV productions in Canada, the U.K., and the U.S.
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He was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his 1990 performance in "Dances with Wolves". Other films you may have seen him in include Thunderheart, Maverick, Die Hard with a Vengeance, the Green Mile, and Wind River. Graham Greene graduated from the Centre for Indigenous Theatre in 1974 & immediately began performing in professional theatre in Toronto and England, while also working as an audio technician for area rock bands. His TV debut was in 1979 and his screen debut in 1983. His acting career has now spanned over 4 decades & he remains as busy as ever. In addition to the Academy Award nomination for Dance with Wolves, he has been consistently recognized for his work, and also received nominations in 1994, 2000, 2004, 2006, and 2016. Graham Greene lives in Toronto, Canada, married since 1994, and has 1 adult daughter.
First Nations Canadian actor GRAHAM GREENE has been selected to receive the RED NATION LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
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04/16/2025

Bein Es Kanach (Chief Red Whip). Gros Ventre/Atsina. Photo from 1908-1913 by Joseph Kossuth Dixon. Taken during the Wanamaker Expedition. Source - Denver Public Library.

Simone Biles, born March 14, 1997, is an American gymnast and the most decorated in history with 11 Olympic medals and 3...
04/15/2025

Simone Biles, born March 14, 1997, is an American gymnast and the most decorated in history with 11 Olympic medals and 30 World Championship medals. She is regarded as one of the greatest gymnasts of all time. Biles is tied with Vฤ›ra ฤŒรกslavskรก as the second-most decorated female Olympic gymnast and holds the record for the most Olympic medals by a U.S. gymnast.
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At the 2016 Rio Olympics, Biles won four gold medals (all-around, vault, floor, and team) and a bronze on balance beam. In the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, she withdrew from most events due to โ€œthe twisties,โ€ but still won a silver with her team and a bronze on balance beam. The U.S. team was called the "Fighting Four" for their resilience.

At the 2024 Paris Olympics, Biles became the first American woman to win two Olympic all-around and vault titles and earned a silver on floor, along with another team gold. She is also a six-time World all-around champion and holds multiple World titles in floor, balance beam, and vault.

In 2019, Biles broke the record for the most World Championship medals, surpassing Vitaly Scherbo's record of 23. She has since increased her total to 30 World medals. In 2022, Biles was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom, and in 2023, she won her eighth U.S. Gymnastics title, breaking a 90-year-old record.
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"Nature is the storehouse of potential life of future generations and is sacred."  --Audrey Shenandoah, ONONDAGAโ€“  We ne...
04/15/2025

"Nature is the storehouse of potential life of future generations and is sacred." --Audrey Shenandoah, ONONDAGAโ€“ We need to honor and respect our Mother Earth. She is the source of all life. The sun shines life to the earth, then the earth produces life in all forms and in a balanced way. Everything is here to serve everything else. If we interrupt the flow in any way, we leave nothing for the future generations. Before every decision is made, we should ask, and answer, a final question, "If we do this, what will be the effects on the seventh generation? What will we cause our children to live with?" We need to have respect and love for all things and for all people. We need to do this for ourselves and for all the children still unborn. My Creator, let me look at nature today and let me have the highest respect for all the things I see. All the two legged, the four legged, the winged ones, the plants, the water, the air, the Mother Earth. Let me have respect for myself.

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04/14/2025

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To be truly beautiful, a precious stone must be cut precisely, polished expertly, and set in the right mounting. It was ...
04/14/2025

To be truly beautiful, a precious stone must be cut precisely, polished expertly, and set in the right mounting. It was no less worthy in its original state, but its hidden beauty was where we could not see it. People are precious stones as well. They may be covered by a rough exterior, but we sense the glow - even before they are polished and shaped. With so much emphasis on how we look, there is always work to do, and it isn't all on the outside. Pettiness is the ugly bubble in an otherwise lovely diamond. Bitterness hides sparkle - but careful handling brings out the beautiful facets - and love makes it a treasure. ~ We saw everything the great Spirit's work in almost everything: sun, moon, trees, wind, and mountains. ~

Have mercy on other people when they do you wrong. No way must you hug them to you - but exercise patience and endurance...
04/13/2025

Have mercy on other people when they do you wrong. No way must you hug them to you - but exercise patience and endurance. Forgiveness is not reconciliation. But it frees you of responsibility and you move on without dragging something on your shoe. See it as experience you will never have to go through again. You have wisdom now and wisdom knows mercy. Wisdom knows your heart and knows the heart of others. If you bend low to forgive someone, you stand straight as an arrow and stay forever sharp and ready. ~ Our hearts sang in our breasts and we were glad. ~

The last few weeks of anything seem to take longer than all the time that has gone before. The last few weeks of summer ...
04/13/2025

The last few weeks of anything seem to take longer than all the time that has gone before. The last few weeks of summer are the hottest and driest and seem like forever before we get the rain we need. Not unlike waiting for the baby, we know it is going to be joyous but to the mother, those last few weeks are heavy and stressful. Suddenly, everything changes in a moment's time. It moves so quickly we can't quite grasp all the details. We have prepared, we think, and we are ready, we hope, but here it is and what do we do now? Being prepared is quite different from what we suppose. We have hoped and wished and prayed, but we stand totally awed until we have had time to digest it. The heavy little shower came in the heat of summer and was gone before we could listen and taste and record the details in our minds. Ready? Never quite ready. But willing to take it and be grateful as it comes.

We get to know ourselves when we are alone. What may have brought us to this place may not be as important as what to do...
04/13/2025

We get to know ourselves when we are alone. What may have brought us to this place may not be as important as what to do now that we are here. When we are with other people we listen to them, but in solitude we follow our own way. Great strength comes from the quiet and it prepares us for times when the sands run very fast. Solitude is never withdrawal but being with ourselves, learning what affects us, and what of it can be given to others. We learn how to be a good friend when our attention is not divided - a good friend to ourselves and a good friend to another who needs it. ~ It is hard to fight people that live like groundhogs. ~

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