Monthly Archives: November 2012

Indian Humor

Posted on November 30, 2012 by Cynthia (Istá Thó Thó) Coleman Emery

Sure, Indians have a sense of humor. Just ask Ryan Red Corn. Red Corn, a fellow Osage with Renaissance qualities—graphic artist, filmmaker and improv actor—has created videos that highlight Indian humor and is a member of the 1492s, an Indian … Continue reading →

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Lakota Humor and Puppy Stew

Posted on November 30, 2012 by Cynthia (Istá Thó Thó) Coleman Emery

I was captivated by the porcupine tale told by my Mohawk pal Stephen Fadden back during our graduate school days at Cornell. Stephen tells a delightful story about his uncle’s meeting with a porcupine who took up residence at the … Continue reading →

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What Native Cause Will You Support?

Posted on November 29, 2012 by Cynthia (Istá Thó Thó) Coleman Emery

My mailbox is stuffed with fliers from L.L. Bean and Lands End along with a bundle of requests from indigenous charities: American Indian College Fund, American Indian Youth Running Strong and St. Joseph’s Indian School. This year I’m supporting nationally … Continue reading →

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Neuroscience: Le Mot du Jour

Posted on November 27, 2012 by Cynthia (Istá Thó Thó) Coleman Emery

David Eagleman’s talk last evening engendered many comments around the supper table about neuroscience. Like soup du jour, neuroscience is le mot du jour (the word of the day). Neuroscience clings to the headlines like a bear to honey.

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We Want it Now

Posted on November 27, 2012 by Cynthia (Istá Thó Thó) Coleman Emery

You could distill last night’s lecture into one phrase: Wait for it. Neuroscientist David Eagleman gave a public lecture in Portland on how to better manage the angel and devil on your shoulder when you’re trying to lost weight, quit … Continue reading →

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Portland Acknowledges Indians…and Science

Posted on November 26, 2012 by Cynthia (Istá Thó Thó) Coleman Emery

Throughout the month of November I’ve been viewing my blogs through the lens of American Indian sensibilities. The exercise is illuminating: what happens when everything you think about and write about is through such a lens? I have been critical … Continue reading →

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A News Spin on Native American Heritage

Posted on November 26, 2012 by Cynthia (Istá Thó Thó) Coleman Emery

When I met Ira Glass in Portland this fall, he admitted he got his stories from the headlines. Glass said he pores over the New York Times—and other publications—in search of narratives. What makes This American Life different is that … Continue reading →

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Believing in the Past: Part 2

Posted on November 26, 2012 by Cynthia (Istá Thó Thó) Coleman Emery

My last blog shared Francis Parkman’s loving memories of my forebear Henri Chatillon, who served as Parkman’s guide on The Oregon Trail. Chatillon embodied many fine qualities I hope one day to inherit. His wife, my great-great-great grandmother Bear Robe, … Continue reading →

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Believing in the Past: Part 1

Posted on November 25, 2012 by Cynthia (Istá Thó Thó) Coleman Emery

On the heels of Native American Heritage Month it is time to honor my ancestors. Two folks have benefitted from historical accounts of their sojourns and I like to think I draw on their qualities. Author of the popular book … Continue reading →

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When Gratitude is Woven into the Fabric of Life

Posted on November 25, 2012 by Cynthia (Istá Thó Thó) Coleman Emery

I’m not religious. I mean, not at all religious. But I enjoy playing the anthropologist at my sister’s catholic church services. And I enjoy attending Barmitzvahs and Passover dinners. Hearing the stories: that’s the best part.

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