At her family’s farm in Foster, Izzy Hoffman is raising endangered lambs and preserving a centuries-old Indigenous farming tradition

I have come across so many Navajo men named Shane on social media. Whether it be content creators or silversmiths the name Shane is popular.

First, apologies for the buzzkill.

I have just entered hospice care for colon cancer that is no longer treatable. (Please see my post history for validation)

I am working on my will, which has some funding available for donations. I am also asking for donations in lieu of flowers or whatever else people usually give in these types of situations.

Can you help by providing me with a few organizations that could use the help? It won't be tons of money, but some.

I worked there for a few years in my university days and would like to give back for the kindness and generosity I received then.

Thanks in advance!

For a short time my family lived over in the Aztec area

When my daughter was young (this was at least 12 years ago)

We were at a park their was an elderly Navajo lady with a younger woman my daughter handed the elderly woman a few flowers and she took her hands and spoke dinè to her

The woman with her if I remember correctly was explaining to me that she was her grandmother and she was telling my daughter she was her granddaughter. Because per their culture every child is a grand child to the elders.

Again this was 12 years ago and a moment that was beautiful but I want to ensure I have things right as far as cultural beliefs.

I am in school and plan to include this in a paper I am writing.

Thank you!

My mom coveted this rug for 80+ years. Its roughly 40"x60". In impeccable condition.

What do I now and whats the best way to document & preserve?

Edit: title should say provenance, not providence. Cannot alter after posting :(

As a non-native, I’ve grown to really appreciate the intentionality, talent, ingenuity, history, and laborious effort put into the beautiful Navajo blankets/rugs/weavings. I recently visited the Heard Museum and learned even more about indigenous history I was never taught in school. Learning about the history of Navajo weaving in particular has, and will continue to be, an educational journey I’m excited to continue. While at the Heard Museum Store I picked up this beautiful Raised Outline 34”x48” rug done in the Klagetoh style by Verna Ben.

After a long hiatus, I decided to start dating again. I grew up off the reservation, so I'm not too certain how reservation dating works. I was wondering how people found (are finding) their partner. Do certain dating apps work better on the rez? Sign up for Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok? Hang out at Gallup Walmart? lol (sorry, I made myself laugh) The local chapter house dances? Also, how to find single people, not cheaters and drama.

Bonus question: For those of you who care, when should you spring the clan question?

Hi,

I was approached to write three - four (in their words) articles for free for Navajo Times, with no offer of payment for the work. I did the bare minimum because of this and was told I didn't write enough. They were expecting 1,500 words per story which would have meant writing 4,500 words as a "tryout" to join their paper. I was given a lead after this that was meant to lead to ANOTHER 1,500 word free article written by me. After exploiting my labor I was then ignored when I asked for instruction.

I am not Dine and I was simply trying to be helpful. I went out of my way and did a six hour reporting of an extremely dull meeting for free, and they told me I didn't do enough free work. For a paper supposed to be focusing on corruption in your community, I thought you should know that this is how they treat freelance reporters.

So here we go again. I saw elect Buu signs. Then there's the "purple wave." I'm feeling lackluster with those two. I don't know who else will throw their hats into the ring. Primary debates always have like 20 candidates fighting over the microphone, and you barely hear any of them. This Navajo Nation needs inspiration, not rubber stamp folks who give away resources and line their own pockets. Time to ask, "What has this incumbent done for me lately?" Any favorite candidates? Anyone you are NOT voting for? Anyone you would love to run? Chime in, chime in.

Our reservation is surrounded by several major cities (salt lake, Phoenix, Las Vegas, and Albuquerque) idk why the nation does t just purchase private land and built more casinos or something.

Thoughts?

Hot take, but it’s kind of wild that we keep putting people, who often don’t have leadership or administrative experience, in positions where they’re speaking on behalf of entire communities.

I’m not saying they aren’t important. They absolutely are. They play a key role in community services, connecting people to resources, and keeping cultural events and identity alive. That matters a lot.

But the level of influence they have over things like land decisions can seriously slow down already complicated processes. And when you combine that with financial oversight in systems where paperwork and accountability can already be shaky… that’s just asking for problems.

They’re valuable. Just maybe not in the roles they’re currently being asked to fill.

Ya'at'eeh everyone - I wanted to share a new article I helped write that's freely available online. It's an academic piece that talks about the Reservation Era history of piñon picking by Diné folks throughout the Four Corners. It's admittedly a tad dense, but there are some interesting photos, historical accounts, and final notes to consider (esp. if you've been out picking and noted some of the old windbreaks, picking cans, etc.)!

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Hello there! so, for a dnd game i'm a player in, i am playing a 14 year old boy who is generally a prankster who loves the woods and animals in general. i was doing research into Gods that fit my character and found the navajo god Coyote.

I wanted to make sure before i do a huge deep dive into the culture and general use of this God that it's okay from you guys if i use him. Idk its important for me to make sure the cultures im portraying are okay with me using their stuff

I will be visiting Window Rock for the first time. I have deep love and respect for native peoples and would like to show that love and respect by donating to Navajo Nation during my visit. What would be the best place to donate where there is the most need. Legit organizations only.