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Paul G · 06-23-2008 until 07-24-2008

On April 22nd Dr. Lita Mathews was rushed to an Albuquerque Hospital with an acute case of bleeding ulcers. She was taken into surgery almost immediately to stop the bleeding. It was all too lucky for Lita that a traditional dancer, whom she has known for several years, worked in the emergency room. She was able to get her into a private room and to alert the doctors to take care of her with priority. The bleeding ulcers were the result of a blood transfusion which she was given more than 30 years ago. The blood transfusion was tainted. The tainted blood effected her liver in ways which now make it difficult for her blood to clot properly. When admitted to the hospital she was near death. Her blood was at zero percent oxygen and they had to give her several units of blood. Her body responded to the attention and medication. The doctors were amazed at her great physical condition. This was a direct result of her daily exercise program and her competitive dancing at many Pow Wows throughout the year. The doctors released her from the hospital a couple of days early in order for her to attend the Gathering of Nations Pow Wow. They knew that this was where her spirit would receive nourishment. However, it was advised that she not do any work at the pow wow. Since the end of the Gathering of Nations Pow Wow many people have sent along there get well wishes. The road to recovery and to repair her damaged liver is now beginning with a rigorous treatment program. This treatment program and the advice of the doctors, to prevent further chances of bleeding, Dr. Lita Mathews has been instructed by the doctors not to travel. This means no Powwows this summer. For Lita this is a difficult but important order to adhere to. She is a champion Northern Buckskin Dancer. She was prepared to start a full summer of travel and dancing immediately after the Gathering. The Gathering of Nations Pow Wow for Lita and her family is their life's work. The joy of bringing smiles, cultural pride, and opportunity to Native people is what excites her. She has been involved in the educational components of the Gathering of Nations as well as making recommendations and sponsorship of the many acts of kindness the Gathering of Nations has been able to deliver. Lita's involvement in the Pow Wow world is critical. She has a smile for nearly everyone in the arena all of the time. Dr. Lita Mathews received her PhD from the University of New Mexico in 1999. Since that time she has used her degree and efforts to bring a cultural and educational focus upon Native Americans. She has been an inspiration and role model to many who have chosen to pursue higher education. Jennifer Young Bear is the first recipient of the Dr. Lita Mathews Graduate Scholarship at the University of New Mexico. She is very proud of Jennifer who is now one semester from graduation and is maintaining a 4.0 grade point average. Jennifer Young Bear is a Jingle Dress dancer from New Town, North Dakota. The expenses related to her recovery are greater than her family can afford. For more than 25 years they have put everything into the production of the annual Gathering of Nations Pow Wow and it's many activities, which resulted in little finances left for the family. Even with health insurance the cost of such treatments is high. The family and friends of Dr. Lita Mathews have chosen to use the sale of her book and audio book (The Coming Together of Many Tribes) to assist with meeting the high cost of her medical bills. The family is asking for everyone to purchase the book or to make a generous donation to her medical fund. Additional items will be added for sale as time passes. Her treatment time is expected to be approximately six months to one year. During that time Dr. Lita will offer a once per week blog entry on this site. You are encouraged to return often to read her entries and to leave messages. We thank everyone for the many get well wishes and concern. This is the most difficult time in not only Lita's life but for Derek and Melonie as well. While at home in Albuquerque they will continue to make plans for the 2009 Gathering of Nations Pow Wow in Albuquerque, New Mexico. They are looking forward to seeing all of you then. Read More...

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06-23-2008 until 07-24-2008
Paul G Webmaster Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: Lexington, SC Posts: 12,841	Dr. Lita Matthews Needs Your Help! On April 22nd Dr. Lita Mathews was rushed to an Albuquerque Hospital with an acute case of bleeding ulcers. She was taken into surgery almost immediately to stop the bleeding. It was all too lucky for Lita that a traditional dancer, whom she has known for several years, worked in the emergency room. She was able to get her into a private room and to alert the doctors to take care of her with priority. The bleeding ulcers were the result of a blood transfusion which she was given more than 30 years ago. The blood transfusion was tainted. The tainted blood effected her liver in ways which now make it difficult for her blood to clot properly. When admitted to the hospital she was near death. Her blood was at zero percent oxygen and they had to give her several units of blood. Her body responded to the attention and medication. The doctors were amazed at her great physical condition. This was a direct result of her daily exercise program and her competitive dancing at many Pow Wows throughout the year. The doctors released her from the hospital a couple of days early in order for her to attend the Gathering of Nations Pow Wow. They knew that this was where her spirit would receive nourishment. However, it was advised that she not do any work at the pow wow. Since the end of the Gathering of Nations Pow Wow many people have sent along there get well wishes. The road to recovery and to repair her damaged liver is now beginning with a rigorous treatment program. This treatment program and the advice of the doctors, to prevent further chances of bleeding, Dr. Lita Mathews has been instructed by the doctors not to travel. This means no Powwows this summer. For Lita this is a difficult but important order to adhere to. She is a champion Northern Buckskin Dancer. She was prepared to start a full summer of travel and dancing immediately after the Gathering. The Gathering of Nations Pow Wow for Lita and her family is their life's work. The joy of bringing smiles, cultural pride, and opportunity to Native people is what excites her. She has been involved in the educational components of the Gathering of Nations as well as making recommendations and sponsorship of the many acts of kindness the Gathering of Nations has been able to deliver. Lita's involvement in the Pow Wow world is critical. She has a smile for nearly everyone in the arena all of the time. Dr. Lita Mathews received her PhD from the University of New Mexico in 1999. Since that time she has used her degree and efforts to bring a cultural and educational focus upon Native Americans. She has been an inspiration and role model to many who have chosen to pursue higher education. Jennifer Young Bear is the first recipient of the Dr. Lita Mathews Graduate Scholarship at the University of New Mexico. She is very proud of Jennifer who is now one semester from graduation and is maintaining a 4.0 grade point average. Jennifer Young Bear is a Jingle Dress dancer from New Town, North Dakota. The expenses related to her recovery are greater than her family can afford. For more than 25 years they have put everything into the production of the annual Gathering of Nations Pow Wow and it's many activities, which resulted in little finances left for the family. Even with health insurance the cost of such treatments is high. The family and friends of Dr. Lita Mathews have chosen to use the sale of her book and audio book (The Coming Together of Many Tribes) to assist with meeting the high cost of her medical bills. The family is asking for everyone to purchase the book or to make a generous donation to her medical fund. Additional items will be added for sale as time passes. Her treatment time is expected to be approximately six months to one year. During that time Dr. Lita will offer a once per week blog entry on this site. You are encouraged to return often to read her entries and to leave messages. We thank everyone for the many get well wishes and concern. This is the most difficult time in not only Lita's life but for Derek and Melonie as well. While at home in Albuquerque they will continue to make plans for the 2009 Gathering of Nations Pow Wow in Albuquerque, New Mexico. They are looking forward to seeing all of you then. Read More... __________________ New to the site--Introduce Yourself Need Help--FAQ--Search Feedback--Post your suggestions MyTribalSpace.com \| NativeGatherings.com \| PowWows.com Podcast \| Indigitunes.com NativeSeek.com \| Pow Wow TV \| Pow Wow Radio \| NativeMusicSource.com Radio \| NDN411.com \| eSnag Online Dating Pow Wow TV - Find out how you could win a 42" Plasma TV!

01-11-2008 until 12-31-2008
Paul G Webmaster Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: Lexington, SC Posts: 12,841	Help Promote PowWows.com - Win Prizes Find out how you can help Promote PowWows.com and win prizes! Read more __________________ New to the site--Introduce Yourself Need Help--FAQ--Search Feedback--Post your suggestions MyTribalSpace.com \| NativeGatherings.com \| PowWows.com Podcast \| Indigitunes.com NativeSeek.com \| Pow Wow TV \| Pow Wow Radio \| NativeMusicSource.com Radio \| NDN411.com \| eSnag Online Dating Pow Wow TV - Find out how you could win a 42" Plasma TV!

10-26-2007 until 10-31-2008
Paul G Webmaster Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: Lexington, SC Posts: 12,841	Find out how you could win a Plamsa TV! You could win a Plasma TV, iPods, and more by uploading videos to the new Pow Wow TV! Read about the contest: Pow Wow TV Contest __________________ New to the site--Introduce Yourself Need Help--FAQ--Search Feedback--Post your suggestions MyTribalSpace.com \| NativeGatherings.com \| PowWows.com Podcast \| Indigitunes.com NativeSeek.com \| Pow Wow TV \| Pow Wow Radio \| NativeMusicSource.com Radio \| NDN411.com \| eSnag Online Dating Pow Wow TV - Find out how you could win a 42" Plasma TV!