My mother in her youngen years,at age 19, came to the states by herself from the rural highlands of Nayarit-Mex with no family or friends to build a new life for herself. To witness her strength, her incredible spirit and courage which she carries to this date. Any person who can teach me about our native peoples throughout the americas. Ralph Waldo Emerson- "The glory of friendship is not the outstretched hand, nor the kindly smile...it's the spiritual inspiration that comes to one when he discovers that someone else blelieves in him & is willing to trust him with his friendship."             Me when I was a young stupid punk kid, a knuckle head from the projects, to tell myself not to be afraid of life & beauty the world has to offer. To have the courage to see beyond the concrete/asphault jungle. To learn humility. Perhaps to start my Native American spiritual journey sooner.