Thank You for “Indian Names”

In Generic English, this is “Isabel”.

In Cheyenne, this is “She-who-guards-her-toys-but will-not-get-up-to-play”.

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~ by leakelley on June 15, 2008.

One Response to “Thank You for “Indian Names””

  1. As Dersu Uzala, who knew nothing of women, would say, “This man is watchful, wise & rich.”

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