Because we should..

Had a wonderful trip out to the Siksika Nation (Blackfoot) reservation this week. We were giving a tour by the son of one of the elders, a gentleman by the name of Clarence. It’s a stark contrast to the relative wealth of Calgary. There is an average of three families living in one house there but and the difference in life styles is even harder to stomach when you hear of the treaties that have been reneged upon and broken. Yet still these folk have gentleness and spirit within them that is compelling, as they seek to better their lives and build for the future.Particularly poignant was when we stood on the plain by the side of the grave of Chief Crowfoot who signed the original peace treaty around the turn of the century. Some tears were shed, and when asked why the answer spoken was ‘because we should’. Absolutely. Thanks to Heather John for arranging such a wonderful visit. I also want to mention my little buddy Riley who came out with his Mum to the Calgary folk fest. I met Riley in his classroom in Strathmore back in February and we stay in touch. It was great to see him again and introduce him to my family. We are now spending some time in the mountains before moving onto Edmonton on Thursday.

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