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185 This book belongs, first and foremost, to the people who believed in this work and shared their stories with me: Glenn Wasicuna; Harley, Sue, Danielle, and Emma Eagle; Clifford Canku; Gabrielle Tateyuskanskan (also Yvonne Wynde, Lisa Lopez); Delores and Dolton Brunelle; Alameda Rocha (and her relatives) and Naida Medicine Crow. My deepest thanks to all for opening their hearts and minds and allowing me to share their stories. Special thanks to the people who helped me believe in this project, especially during the early days: my brother, Dave Wilson, who shares these journeys with me, reads everything, and speaks from his heart; and Carolyn Holbrook, my writing buddy. Nora Murphy and Denise Breton read several versions of the manuscript and asked the hard questions that pushed me to dig deeper. My sister, Suzie, and my daughter, Jodi, provided encouragement throughout the years needed to finish the book. My patient husband, Jim Denomie, kept a path shoveled to my studio and inspired me with his art. Thanks to all of my family for their ongoing support, especially to Chuck, Cille, and Pauline, who are riders now in my spirit car. I am indebted to everyone at Dream of Wild Health for the inspiration they provide and the good work that happens at the farm. Donna LaChapelle has been part of this book from the beginning—pidamaya ye for your loving kindness. I am grateful to all the people who have participated on the 2002–10 Marches and shared their stories with me. acknowledgments Wopida tanka eciciyapi ye! 07_Layout 1 6/6/2011 10:20 Page 185 186 Acknowledgments Gwen Westerman’s star quilt on the cover is the perfect artwork for this book. Thanks also to Joe Allen for creating thoughtful portraits for each person. Many, many thanks to Ann Regan for giving me a deadline, asking good questions, and navigating sensitive issues with patience and integrity. I appreciate the efforts from all of the staff at Borealis Books who helped push this book through on a short timeline. This book has also been supported with a Travel and Study Grant from the Jerome Foundation and writing residencies at Hedgebrook and Ragdale. 07_Layout 1 6/6/2011 10:20 Page 186 ...

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