Huck Tinn

I had a great walk this morning, perfect temperature, perfect place, perfectly quiet. Only one other person on the trail with her two dogs. I've met Grace on the trail a couple of time, and today we exchanged names. Her dogs are hilarious, one young pup who races towards me for a scratch, and an old dog who does his best to keep up and limps towards me for his scratch. I took a photo of Huck Tinn the boat because I liked the name.  :-)
A follow-up to yesterday's blip. On Thursday night at Kalyn's volleyball game, SFU Athletics & Recreation recognized National Truth and Reconciliation Day. Before the game, an elder welcomed everyone and said a prayer. In between sets, World Champion hoop dancer Alex Wells from the Lil'wat Nation, Mount Currie, performed. Mama Bear Catering, also from the Lil'wat Nation, served traditional Indigenous food: Salmon Potato Patties with Bannock & Coleslaw, Indian tacos & Hot Dogs, Elephant Ears (crispy circles of fry bread).  We streamed the game because we weren't able to go over, but oh how I loved watching the hoop dance and hearing the drum and traditional music. One of the students in NITEP was a hoop dancer and it was amazing to see him dance at gatherings.  And I'd love to have enjoyed a feast of Indigenous food - not that I haven't had more than my share of it over the years!
So good that this university and others recognized the very important day with activities. "This week is also a time to come together in the spirit of reconciliation, and to honour those who have been impacted by Canada's residential school system. Events and activities to commemorate National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, also known as Orange Shirt Day, will take place all week across SFU's three campuses. Students, faculty and staff are encouraged to wear orange during this time to pay respect and stand in solidarity with Indigenous communities across Canada." (from the article on the SFU athletics website)
The team won the match in 4 sets: 25-17, 25-16, 19-25, 25-14. Another game match tonight and we're hoping for another win. 
A couple of links if you're interested, one to Alex Wells hoop dancing at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre in Vancouver (about 3 1/2 minutes long) and another of a residential school survivor, Dennis Saddleman, reading his poem "Monster", his description of the Kamloops Indian Residential School. It's very moving and ends on a note of hope. (about 6 1/2 minutes long)
Alex Wells
Dennis Saddleman reading "Monster"