I have been walking quite a bit lately in an effort to try ward off type 2 diabetes and lose a little weight. My route takes me through a nice middle class, mostly non-Indian (white) neighborhood. About two weeks ago, I was walking down this nice tree lined boulevard, wearing an Indian designed tee-shirt, when I came across an older (I am guessing at least 70, probably closer to 80) white man. He was bending down doing some yard work. When he saw me approaching, he stood straight up. When I reached him, he put his right arm to the square and said quite stoically, “HOW!”
I have to admit, I was taken aback. I thought, “did he say what I thought he said?” Rather then take offense, I just waved back and said in my best clear and concise attorney voice, “HELLO.” I just continued my walk and thought about how far we have come, or not. Honor Indians Institute has much work to do!
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