Leonard Peltier

The following is an article copied from the Rapid City, SD newspaper. I truly believe that Leonard has been framed by the FBI. I send Leonard a birthday card every year, wishing him the peace and tranquility he deserves! I want to see Leonard a free man, walking on Pine Ridge Reservation lands that he so dearly loves! Story:

Dozens gather to support Peltier at Fargo courthouseFARGO, N.D. -- Dozens of Leonard Peltier's supporters gathered on Friday front of the federal courthouse in Fargo, where he was convicted more than 30 years ago in the execution-style killings of two federal agents. Carrying signs that read, "Don't let Leonard die in prison," and "Peltier is innocent, FBI is guilty," the group heard from Peltier's sister, Betty Ann Peltier-Solano, who read a letter from her brother.For more of this story, click on or type the URL below:http://www.rapidcityjournal.com/articles/2008/11/28/news/top/doc49306b3627094145292917.txt

Tiffany's New Jingle Dress

My new friend Jean S------z sent me this photo of the Jingle Dress and leggings she made for Tiffany Janis, the 12 year old daughter of Francine Janis and Chester Sitting Bear. Jean told me that there were days that Tiffany sent several e-mails a day. The cones were made (rolled) by Francine's late sister and shipped to Jean by Francine. I'd love to be in the room when Tiffany opens the box to see her dress for the first time. I'm sure that Tiffany will be the hit of her dance class and at pow-wow's she attends.

Congratulations Jean! I think that you've gained a friend for life! Also a "Wopila Tanka" (Big Special Thanks) for making Tiffany feel special! It's not often that children really feel special on the reservation.

Are You Indian?

Being Indian to me is knowing that my blood is the same blood that generations of Canadian Mohawk and Montagnais had. I like knowing that I am the heir of my ancestors. I am part of the seven generations that they fought for. I like looking at my own face and wondering which ancestor I look most like. My blood is important to me, it is the one thing that any nation or individual can't take away from me. Never for a moment believe that I am not Indian!

Edward Broken Feather

Pocasset Wampanoag Children.....

I got a phone call this afternoon from a Pocasset Wampanoag official, asking me if I would be willing to do a show and tell of some native items that I have in my collection to children of their Tribe. It's going to be on the 12th of December on a Friday night. From 6:30 pm to ? 807 Broad Street in Providence. My reply, was, I'd be delighted to. It's important to instill the proud heritage of all native american's regardless what tribe you're affiliated with into our children of today! I'm also very honored to receive this request, because it means that I have earned the respect of certain Wampanoag Officals, who have judged my words, my deeds and my actions to be honorable. This is a very good day for me!

Plymouth Rock is a Go!

Hi Everyone,

Got formal notification this morning that I'll be setting up as a vendor this coming weekend, on Saturday and Sunday, right beside Plymouth Rock, on Water Street in Plymouth.

It's my last shot of the season to raise money for the Lakota Sioux @ Pine Ridge Reservation. so, I hope people are willing to dig into their pockets and help the Lakota people. The sales venue will be 3 large tents, set up in the Plymouth Rock Memorial Park, right beside the Rock. Weather is projected as being in the middle 30's, so you know, I'll be dressed warm.

If you live in the area, and have nothing better to do, come visit and introduce yourself to me! I'll have lots of decorated baskets to sell and other Native American items.......

May Creator Bless All That You Do!

Broken Feather

A Great Idea........

GREAT IDEA! When writing out your Christmas cards this year, take one card and send it to this address. If we pass this on and everyone sends one card, think of how many cards these wonderful special people, who have sacrificed so much, would get. When you are making out your Christmas card list this year, please include the following:

A Recovering American Soldier
c/o Walter Reed Army Medical Center
6900 Georgia Avenue,NW
Washington,D.C. 20307-5001

URGENT need for blankets!

Monday, November 10, 2008

URGENT! Blankets needed BAD!
Word as come in that blankets are in high need on Pine Ridge Reservation, SD. As a result of the most recent Blizzard, there are still a lot of people without electricity, so heaters are not working, and not everyone has a wood stove or fireplace. Please send blankets (good, clean, warm blankets) to the addresses below:

Rosalie Janis
3M North Manderson
PO Box 85
Manderson, SD 57756

and/or

John DuBray
Pine Ridge Sioux-Lakota Reservation
Allen, SD, 57714

The Red Cross has been involved in this operation, however they have run out of blankets. The National Guard is air lifting elders with severe medical needs to local hospitals. The One Spirit Organization is heavily involved with people on the reservation, seeing to needs and the delivery of wood, where wood can be burned for heat. One Spirit has posted a dire need for blankets on their blog.
If you are in a position to help Native American's, I simply ask you to alert all your e-mail contacts to this need.

May Creator Bless You and All That You Do!

Edward Broken Feather
Mohawk Elder

Beautiful Beadwork Medallion

Hello Everyone!

Check out the beautiful beadwork medallion made by Chester Sitting Bear from Pine Ridge Reservation. It's a striking example of Chester's ability to create a masterpiece. The center of the feather is actually a broken porcupine quill ! One amazing fact about Chester, is that he's Color Blind! His wife Francine picks out the color of beads for him.

Anyone interested in having their own medallion made, can contact me, and I'll supply you with Chester's e-mail address. Be forewarned that the Medallions are not cheap! It takes Chester days and days to make a medallion and it's a source of income for his family.

The 2009 Pow-Wow season in New England will begin in May, and I can't wait to display this Medallion with the rest of my Regalia.

Tok 'sa Aka, Lakota for, Until Later.

Broken Feather