One with the Earth
August 16th, 2007
A few years ago I had the privilege of being the Chief Recruiter of Navy Recruiting District Phoenix. One of the many great things about the NRD is that within its territory was the Navajo Nation.
Navy Recruiting Station Flagstaff was one of the NRS’ that covered the Navajo Nation, we would make every attempt to place Sailors who were Navajo in Flagstaff. We were lucky enough to have two Navajos stationed there during my tour.
Before most Navajo would commit to joining the Navy they would complete a “Ceremony”. I am not the expert I should be on the process but from what I remember the Ceremony could be as long as 3 days encompassing rituals, meditation and spiritual healing – it is a very religious event.
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How to Give a Cat a Pill
June 2nd, 2006
- Pick cat up and cradle it in the crook of your left arm as if holding a baby. Position right forefinger and thumb on either side of cat’s mouth and gently apply pressure to cheeks while holding pill in right hand. As cat opens mouth, pop pill into mouth. Allow cat to close mouth (Read the rest of the article…)
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The American Experience
May 19th, 2006
For the past few days we have been vacationing at Disney World. What a great time! My favorite is EPCOT. The fact that each country represented has native residents as cast members really makes the experience as close to visiting the country as you can without actually leaving American soil.
Disney has recognized work must be completed on the American themed section of EPCOT to make it more realistic. Currently illegal immigrants are being interviewed for the various open positions in order to add a realistic feel and because they are having a very hard time finding “real” Americans who can/would greet a guest with common courtesy, show-up on time and do “work”.
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