"The Lakota people or the people of Standing Rock are one of the first original Native American tribes who inhabited the North Americas before the arrival of Europeans. Often referred to as the Great Sioux Nation, these people can be divided into three distinct groups based on the language and geography; Dakota (Santee, Eastern Dakota), Lakota (Teton, Western Dakota) and Nakota (Yankton, Central Dakota). “Dakota” and “Lakota” means “friends” or “allies”." - https://www.lakotamall.com/history-and-ancestry/
"My writing attempts to challenge the romantic myths, satirize the stereotypes, illustrate profound gestures of love, and through humor and grace lend some insight into a magnificent, yet greatly misunderstood culture. Above all, my work reflects a personal journey -- an autobiography of sorts. In a very true and literal sense, my writing became the center of my salvation." - Tiffany Midge
Poem: Written in Blood (pg 212)