hey, how about that - we're out of Williams!

Well my friends, we have moved our clan up and out of the El Rancho. I still haven't joined up with the group as I'm in need of one quiet evening to myself; so I'm at a motel in Flagstaff in my own little room. I refuse to say the name of the motel because the owners have been so bizarre and paranoid that I don't want to give them one inkling of advertising.
Kathleen is in the room next door - still recovering - she's doing a little better but is still struggling with this bout. Carrie and P.J. have returned to the Walkers and I'll be joining them tomorrow afternoon it looks like.
We are in Flagstaff for a week - a series of events; such as a panel discussion and benefit concert are slated to take place while we're here. Many of our walkers are going to be taking some time away to recuperate as there are others who are sick and in need of some relaxation. Dennis let people know this morning that now would be a good time to get well before we push on.
Flagstaff looks like a pretty sweet little town and we'll be bunking fairly close to the amenities , such as the library (!!!) - so I should remain fairly close to internet-world to stay in touch with y'all.
Thanks everyone for the well wishes - I'm sure we'll all be back up and walking strong soonly.

look familiar?

Well, we had a moment when we thought Kathleen and P.J. were on the upswing, but they both had a little backslide; so we are remaining here. Good news for Jen though in that she was feeling well enough to rejoin the group (hello Jen's sister and Mom); and so I drove her out to meet the walkers this afternoon. I hope you enjoyed the White Buffalo Ceremony!
It was good to see the Walkers for a minute - everyone seems in good stead. Looks like we'll join them on Friday in Flagstaff at the latest. We just want to make sure these two are all better before jumping into the fray.
So far Carrie and I remain flu-free and we intend to remain that way.

Intro to Dennis Banks Documentary

Found this cruising around - talks a little about Dennis' history with AIM. The opening and closing song is Dennis singing the American Indian Movement theme song - which moves me everytime I hear it. And I hear it a lot!

Dennis Banks and Henry Dominguez

This has got Henry (one of our Elders on the Walk, and a really sweet, sweet soul) introducing Dennis at a fundraiser back in February.I think you get a good sense of these guys in this short piece.

Another Video

This is a short and kind of surreal little number from maybe 3 weeks ago? It's funny to see what we look like out there on the road.

Here's a Video From Michael Rumble

Walker Wade Rumble's Dad visits us frequently and takes a lot of photos and videos. I was cruising YouTube tonight and found his work. I have asked his permission to post these and he has allowed me to do so. Thank you Michael! You can find more of his videos my searching YouTube under CayucosWaves - I'll be posting more here as well.
Hope you enjoy them. This first one features two of my very favorite people on this walk, Kid Valence and Emmett Eastman.

the longest stall

Well, the girls and P.J. are all doing much better tonight. Kathleen's appetite for sweets is back and she's laughing again -- both good signs. However, we just got a call from one of our organizers, Larry, that 6 more people are looking to check into rooms at this motel due to illness.
Poor puppies us!

It does look like we will be rejoining our family tomorrow though - and that's a good thing. Please send good thoughts for the rest of our group who are battling this nasty bug. And special prayers for our Elder Henry please!
The El Rancho has been very kind to us these past three nights - I want to thank Maureen for her hospitality and sweetness to our odd little bunch. I don't know when I'll next have such easy access to the web - but we'll be spending a lot of time in Flagstaff so it shouldn't be too tough.
Talk to you guys soon!