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Thereβs still time to jump into our Explore Native Challenge. You can earn points, learn something new every day, and get a shot at winning some beautiful Eighth Generation blankets. If you havenβt joined yet, come on in.
And if you havenβt explored The Circle yet, this is your reminder. Think of it like a Facebook group, but with real conversations, less noise, and way more connection. Weβve got spaces for culture, travel, books, questions, and daily chats. Would love to see you in there.
On the travel front, weβre packing our bags again. This week weβre heading out for the maiden voyage of Disneyβs newest ship, the Disney Destiny. If you want to follow along with photos, updates, and little behind the scenes moments, keep an eye on my personal Facebook profile. Iβll also be sharing extra travel content in our OTG Travel space inside The Circle.
And since the holidays are coming fast, have you started shopping yet? Before you hit Amazon or Target, take a look at our Native Holiday Gift Guide. Itβs full of Native owned brands, artists, and amazing gift ideas.
This flag is actually representative of the Haudenosaunee. A Confederacy of 6 nations. The Haudenosaunee occupied the are in the map below and up into Canada, and parts of Wisconsin.
The Mohawk nation extends up into Canada because borders are a colonial construction. β
Here are a few powerful moments that all land in the same week in November. November 16, 1907 Oklahoma statehood and the reshaping of Indian Territory On November 16, 1907, Oklahoma became the 46th state. On paper, that sounds like a simple βwelcome to the Unionβ moment. In reality, it changed life completely for the Native nations who had alre...
Where Do I Come From? Trace Your Native American Ancestors
So many of us seek the answer to that question. We turn to ancestry and genealogy websites to try and trace our history or perform a Google search of surnames to attempt to find out more about our heritage. It can be tough to find any concrete information, particularly for those of us with Indian ancestry.
Iβd love for you to join me on this journey through the rich and diverse world of Native American literature. This group is a space where we can come together to explore Native culture through the power of storytelling.
β Weβll dive into a variety of books each monthβeverything from historical accounts that highlight Native culture and heritage to captivating fiction written by Native authors. Whether you're already passionate about Native literature or you're just looking to learn more, thereβs something for everyone here.
Celebrate Indigenous Heritage Month with Penguin Random House and discover stunning stories from page-turning science fiction to moving memoirs from the stories and voices of Native American and Indigenous authors. Spotlight and uplift #StoriesoftheLand, this month and every month! And find more book recommendations from Indigenous booksellers across the US.
For those who revere Native American culture, The Lakota Way 2026 Wall Calendar features contemporary and traditional artwork by Lakota and Iroquois artist Jim Yellowhawk. β β Along with vibrant art, each month includes history and wisdom from Joseph M. Marshall III, a Native American Indian teacher, historian, Lakota craftsman, and author.
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30 Years Building Online. 42 Disney Trips. Here's What I Learned.
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I've spent 30 years building content businesses online. I run PowWows.com, host the Side Hustle Suitcase podcast, and have taken my daughter to Disney World 42 times β not by luck, but by intentionally building a business around the life I wanted to live. Every week I share what's working in email marketing, content creation, and building an audience that actually buys. Subscribe and come along.
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Iβve been quietly testing this space for the past few weeks, tweaking, learning, and making sure it feels right before opening the doors to everyone. And now itβs finally time, and Iβm so excited youβre here. This is our new home, a place where we can connect without algorithms deciding who sees what. A space for real conversations, shared exper...
