A Wildhorse Weekend!

There were a lot of things that were going this weekend; I had a meeting with the Yakama Nation Youth Council, I made an appearance at the Toppenish Powwow, and then our family drove all the way to Pendleton OR to make it for Wildhorse Casino Powwow with the Umatilla’s. Fourth of July was coming up so we would have to be back in time for Toppenish Parade, lol, it was kind of grueling, but such is the life of a traveling Royalty, and it’s always worth it. :) 

At Wildhorse, it was very windy, sunny and dry. But it’s a big Powwow, and that’s a lot of hands to shake. It certainly made standing in Grand Entry a lot fun as there were lots of Royalty to meet and talk with. Lol, thankfully, my brothers joined me and helped me keep track of where to go. We had a good time catching up with Jr. Miss Yakama Nation, and with some old friends from Wapato. The unanticipated highlight of the Powwow, much to everyone’s surprise, was when the wind suddenly burst up and carried a giant canopy/party tent with it! It made everyone laugh. I had a great time visiting with the ladies sitting next to us; whom kindly offered to share their tent and cold water with my family.