Native American History

08/08/2025

'Willie Nelson Rescued 70 Horses From a Slaughterhouse and Let Them Roam Free on His Ranch
Willie Nelson, the renowned musician has another reason to be loved, he is also a devoted horse lover. In fact, he went to great lengths to rescue 70 horses from being slaughtered. These fortunate horses now roam freely on his expnsive 700-acre ranch in Texas.
When he's not on tour, Nelson spends most of his time at Luck Ranch, which he considers his true home. The name "Luck" holds a special meaning for him in more ways than one. In an interview with Paul Venema from KSAT 12 News, Nelson expressed, "When you're here, you're in Luck, and when you're not, you're out of Luck."
Undoubtedly, the horses are incredibly fortunate, and Nelson agrees. He shared with Venema, "My horses are probably the luckiest horses in the world. They get hand-fed twice a day, and they were just ready to go to slaughter, which is probably the last thing they remembered. So, they're happy horses."
Nelson has always had a deep affection for horses. His song "Ride Me Back Home" is a testament to his love for these majestic creaturs. In 2015, Nelson even received an award for the music video of his song "The Love of Horses." The video showcases Nelson meeting with members of Habtats for Horses, who were actively working to end horse slaughter through legislative efforts.
The love for horses runs in the family as well. Nelson's son, Lukas, supports organizations like Saving America's Horses and Habitat for Horses. Lukas Nelson & Promise, the younger Nelson's band, have also expressed their admiration for horses through their music.
At nearly 90 years old, Nelson shows no signs of slowing down or shying away from issues he feels strongly about. (Who can forget his album against Monsanto?) When asked about retirement, Nelson simply replied, "I retire after every show. I say, 'That's it, I'm not goin' no more,' but then we hang out awhile and people [the band] feel like playing, and so we go play again."

08/08/2025

08/08/2025

We need a big Aho! 💜🪶

08/08/2025

Orange Shirt Day🧡🧡🧡🧡
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In 1973, at the age of 6, Phyllis Webstad was sent to residential school. Her grandmother bought her a brand new orange shirt to wear on her first day, but when she arrived at the Mission school, she was stripped, and her clothes were taken – including the orange shirt.
“I didn’t understand why they wouldn’t give it back to me, it was mine! The color orange has always reminded me of that and how my feelings didn’t matter, how no one cared and how I felt like I was worth nothing. All of us little children were crying and no one cared.” - Phyllis Webstad, Founder, Orange Shirt Society.
On September 30, we wear orange to remember Phyllis’ story and the 150,000 Indigenous children like her who were taken from their families, communities, and cultures.
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07/08/2025

In the early 20th century, Roland W. Reed set out to document Native life in the northern plains and mountain regions including what would become Glacier National Park. A pictorialist photographer, Reed worked closely with Indigenous communities, particularly the Blackfeet to stage scenes that reflected traditional lifeways before they were further disrupted by westward expansion and federal assimilation policies. His images were not candid snapshots, but carefully composed efforts to preserve Native dignity, identity, and connection to the land during a time of rapid cultural erasure. Today, his photographs stand as historical records of resistance, memory, and the enduring spirit of Indigenous nations

07/08/2025

It’s been a special month of May for us, our eldest daughter Jaylee, graduated with her Master’s Degree and our second eldest daughter Sophia, graduated from high school! Congratulations to you both and many blessings ahead! We love you and are proud of you both!❤️🙌🏽🫶🏽👏🏽

07/08/2025

Zahn McClarnon in "Barkskins."

07/08/2025

Actor, film director, film producer and musician Keanu Charles Reeves (Keanu Charles Reeves),
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Missed the first 20 minutes of the party dedicated to the end of filming of his new movie at one of the clubs in New York.
He waited patiently in the rain to be let in.
No one recognized him.
The club owner said: “I didn't even know Keanu was standing in the rain waiting to get in - he didn't say anything to anyone.”
"He travels by public transport."
"He easily communicates with homeless people on the streets and helps them."
- He was only 60 years old (September 2, 1964)
- He can only eat hot dogs in the park, sitting among normal people.
- After filming one of the "Matrix", he gave all the stuntmen a new motorcycle - in recognition of their skills.
- He gave up most of the salaries of the costume designers and computer scientists who drew the special effects on "The Matrix" - deciding that their share of the film's budget was assessed short.
- He reduced his salary for the movie "The Devil's Advocate" to have enough money to invite Al Pacino.
- Almost at the same time his best friend passed away; His girlfriend lost a child and soon died in a car accident, and his sister suffered from leukemia.
Keanu didn't fail: he donated $5 million to the clinic that treated his sister, refused to be filmed (to be with her), and founded the Leukemia Foundation, donating significant amounts from each fee for the movie.
You may have been born a man, but stay a man..
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06/08/2025

Ashley Callingbull - The First Indigenous Woman to win Mrs. Universe (2015), who Is "Fighting Every Day" for Indigenous Representation.
The former Miss Canada winner and proud Plains Cree Indigenous woman from the Cree Nation and Treaty Six Territory, has dedicated her life to "positive representation" as a model, actress, author and activist.
"For a lot of my life, a lot of the things that I've had to chase, they weren't open to me because I'm an Indigenous woman, whether that be acting or modeling. And I've been told that, you know, that Indigenous people aren't relatable, so we're not going to cast you, which is such a crazy thing to hear. Now, times are changing and things are becoming more inclusive, it's been too long to get to this point."
Callingbull continued, "My culture really shaped me because I always had this thing about, 'Well, why can't I do this? Why can't I?' I had this thing like, 'I'm going to prove myself.'"
She added, "So when you see an indigenous person, next time you look at them, you know, think that they may be dealing with intergenerational trauma, they may be dealing with things that the government, the system, has thrown at them. So you never know. We never had it easy, and we still don't. And I think that's one thing that people really need to be educated on, is that we don't have it easy. We're still fighting every day."

06/08/2025

A tree can not grow without its roots.

06/08/2025

The Navajo tradition of celebrating a baby's first laugh, known as the First Laugh Ceremony or A’wee Chi’deedloh, is deeply rooted in their cultural beliefs and practices. This ceremony is more than just a joyful occasion; it symbolizes the baby's transition from the spiritual world to the physical one. According to Navajo beliefs, when a baby is born, they exist between two worlds: the spiritual and the physical. The first laugh is seen as a sign that the baby is ready to fully join their family and community in the physical world. This tradition underscores the importance of laughter and joy in Navajo culture, as it marks the baby's readiness to embrace life and connect with their loved ones.
The First Laugh Ceremony is also a celebration of generosity and community. The person who elicits the baby's first laugh is responsible for hosting a party, where family and friends gather to celebrate the milestone. During the ceremony, the baby, with the help of the host, distributes gifts such as rock salt, candy, and other treats to the guests. This act of giving is significant in Navajo culture, as it teaches the child the value of generosity and sharing from an early age. The ceremony not only strengthens family bonds but also reinforces the cultural values of kindness and community support.

06/08/2025

Actor, film director, film producer and musician Keanu Charles Reeves (Keanu Charles Reeves),
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Missed the first 20 minutes of the party dedicated to the end of filming of his new movie at one of the clubs in New York.
He waited patiently in the rain to be let in.
No one recognized him.
The club owner said: “I didn't even know Keanu was standing in the rain waiting to get in - he didn't say anything to anyone.”
"He travels by public transport."
"He easily communicates with homeless people on the streets and helps them."
- He was only 60 years old (September 2, 1964)
- He can only eat hot dogs in the park, sitting among normal people.
- After filming one of the "Matrix", he gave all the stuntmen a new motorcycle - in recognition of their skills.
- He gave up most of the salaries of the costume designers and computer scientists who drew the special effects on "The Matrix" - deciding that their share of the film's budget was assessed short.
- He reduced his salary for the movie "The Devil's Advocate" to have enough money to invite Al Pacino.
- Almost at the same time his best friend passed away; His girlfriend lost a child and soon died in a car accident, and his sister suffered from leukemia.
Keanu didn't fail: he donated $5 million to the clinic that treated his sister, refused to be filmed (to be with her), and founded the Leukemia Foundation, donating significant amounts from each fee for the movie.
You may have been born a man, but stay a man..
Also read about Keanu
❤️I think you will be proud to wear this T-shirt 👇 https://www.nativebloodstore.com/everychild60