BLOOD MEMORY…IT’S IN THE BLOOD

It is a fact that people carry within their bodies the DNA or genetic composition of their ancestors. This genetic composition affects our physical attributes and features. Comments like you have your mother’s eyes, or you and your dad have the same nose are evidence of the inheritance of our family’s genes.

A PICTURE TO CONSIDER 

I recently discovered a picture that highlights the communion between Native Americans. The picture demonstrates the relationships that led to our Black Red Roots ancestry. The picture shows dress, living arrangements, and sharing in common. View it and send me your thoughts about the picture.

CENSUS 2010

The 2010 Census provides an opportunity to document your Native American ancestry.

It is critical that all Native Americans self-identify as “Native Americans” or “Native Americans in combination with One or More races” when completing their 2010 Census questionnaires! The Census is the single most important event in America that drives all “Federal Formula” and “Need Based” funding decisions for the next ten year Period. It guides charitable services and grant programs to meet the needs of Mixed Blood Indians that are not enrolled in Federal Recognized Tribes. So, be sure to mark your Census, “Native American” or “Native American in combination with One or More races”.

THE LONG JOURNEYS 

Many African Americans have not heard of the ‘Trail of Tears’. This is through no fault of theirs. It is because it is another example of the injustices that have occurred in the United States, and so it is not very publicized or scarcely mentioned in the history books.