Today I renewed my membership in the Archaeological Conservancy. They are the only national non-profit organization dedicated to acquiring and preserving the best of our nation's remaining archaeological sites.

The conservancy sends out a pretty cool magazine four times a year on archaeology in the US. Its a pretty good read, I probably read over 80% of it. The magazine has inspired me, we took a trip to Mese Verde a few years back. Now that's an interesting place.

I think the real reason I support this charity is because I really do believe there are things we need to preserve in this country. And the Archaeological Conservancy. is one of the only places a US citizen can turn to if they need help preserving part of history. We have enough places to build condos in this country without putting them on top of sacred areas.

Future's for Children

Today I sent email to Tasha, a Navaho student who I mentor through the Future's for Children program. The program helps Navaho, Hopi and Pueblo students finish high school, by matching them up with mentors who provide financial and other support.

I have been mentoring Tasha for a few years now. She is graduating this year, and has already been accepted into all the colleges she has applied for. She's very smart.

I have been very fortunate in being able to be in her life.

Today I asked her about the computer (laptop) we just sent her to help with her school work.

I can't wait to meet her. Perhaps I can fly up for her graduation. I'm going to continue to help her into college, that's an option with Futures and I think she can still use our help.