Totem Pole Returned After 100 Years

This week: celebrating love.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 October 03, 2023 | [Read Online]( Totem Pole Returned After 100 Years The totem pole is much more than beautifully carved wood to the Nisga'a Nation. [fb]( [tw]( [in]( [email](mailto:?subject=Post%20from%20Shareables&body=Totem%20Pole%20Returned%20After%20100%20Years%3A%20The%20totem%20pole%20is%20much%20more%20than%20beautifully%20carved%20wood%20to%20the%20Nisga%27a%20Nation.%0A%0Ahttps%3A%2F%2Fshareables.shareably.net%2Fp%2Ftotem-pole-returned-100-years) Welcome back to Shareables, the newsletter that makes you smile no matter how hard you try not to! 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The excitement in the air was palpable, and everything seemed picture-perfect until… the car sputtered its last and came to an unexpected halt. Oh, the anxiety! But her story was about to take a delightful turn. Just when Sharon thought she'd be unfashionably late, a passing Mercedes Coupe became her unexpected chariot, whisking her away to her awaiting groom, Martin. Now, the hero of our tale, Alan Knowles, didn’t know he’d be part of a wedding story when he started his day. But when the stranded bride and her chauffeur flagged him down, he didn’t hesitate to slide into the role of the day-saving chauffeur. Sharon, with her voluminous dress aflutter as she clutched her bouquet, hopped into Alan’s car, and they zoomed off to Cults Parish Church in Aberdeen. The moment of arrival was nothing short of cinematic. Thankfully, it was captured brilliantly by the bewildered photographer, Rhea McKenzie, who expected a classic car and got a silver Mercedes instead. Sharon, ever the gracious bride, enveloped Alan in a heartfelt hug, a beautiful moment frozen in time amidst the unexpected chaos. But amidst the whirlwind of emotions and the ensuing celebrations, she didn’t catch his name. But worry not, this story gets its cherry on top! Through a spirited social media appeal, our mystery driver was found, ensuring that Alan Knowles and his impromptu act of kindness were etched into the wedding tale. Sharon found laughter and a hearty dose of gratitude in the unexpected wedding day hiccup. What started out as a potential mishap turned into a cherished memory. [(Click here to learn just how chaotically heartwarming the day got.)]( Image courtesy of National Museums Scotland - Neil Hanna OPTIMISM [Totem Pole Returned After 100 Years]( The Nisga'a Nation (located northwest of British Columbia) is celebrating as a long-lost totem pole makes its way back home after almost a century in a Scottish museum! This isn’t just any pole; it’s a memorial totem, telling the poignant tale of Ts'wawit, a warrior with a destiny that was cut short. Snatched away without consent in 1929, it has silently witnessed decades pass by in a foreign land. But now, it’s time for a jubilant homecoming, and oh, what a celebration awaits! Dr. Amy Parent, a key figure in this tale, discovered the pole’s distant location and was part of the emotional reunion in Scotland. “We could actually feel the pole let out a sigh of relief when we walked into the room and that was the first time I've ever felt a totem pole and could just feel like the room was moving with us,” she said. It’s not just wood and carvings; to the Nisga’a, it’s a relative with a spirit, a silent witness to history, now ready to spill its secrets after a long silence. The journey back is nothing short of an epic adventure. Imagine the totem pole, soaring through the skies in a Canadian military aircraft, crossing oceans to return to where its story began. The Scottish museum could have sent it by ship, but no sea voyage for this precious cargo. It’s a tale of respect, of ensuring the pole arrives with the honor it deserves. And now, a feast and ceremony for a thousand people are on the horizon in the lush Nass Valley to celebrate the homecoming. Eva Clayton, president of the Nisga'a Nation, anticipates a day of joy, tears, and invaluable education for the youth. “It's very significant to have this reunion, and to have this return.” But what stories does the pole carry from its distant journey? What whispers from the past will it share? [(Click here to find out and see the Totem Pole make its journey home.)]( 💭 QUOTE OF THE DAY “Be happy. It's one way of being wise” ― Sidonie-Gabrielle 🗿 ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY… Did you know that on this day in [1789](, George Washington, not just the first President but also perhaps the first official party planner of the United States, decided that the nation needed a day to kick back, relax, and say thanks for all the good stuff? With a swish of his quill, he [proclaimed]( “Thursday the 26th day of November” as a day for everyone to put their feet up and have a hearty feast. And voila! The first-ever national Thanksgiving Day was born, marking the start of an annual tradition of turkey, pie, and gratitude! Fast forward to 1863, and Abraham Lincoln decided to keep the party going. He issued his own proclamation on the very same day, October 3, and even chose the same date, Thursday, November 26, to continue the tradition of Thanksgiving on the last Thursday of November. It’s like they say, “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it!” Other fascinating events on this day include… - [2333 BC]( - In the mystical realms of ancient history, Dangun Wanggeom courageously founded the State of Gojoseon, now known as modern-day Korea, under the watchful eyes of the Chinese Emperor Yao. - [382]( - In a strategic alliance, Roman Emperor Theodosius forged a pivotal treaty with the Visigoths, bestowing upon them the lush lands between the Lower Danube and the Balkans, in a shrewd exchange for their formidable military service. - [1264]( - A comet and supposed celestial harbinger graced the skies, whispering prophecies of the imminent demise of Pope Urban IV, never to be seen again. - [1872]( - The illustrious Bloomingdale's department store unfurled its doors in New York, inviting citizens to a new world of retail splendor. - [1899]( - J. S. Thurman, an innovator of his time, patented the motor-driven vacuum cleaner, forever altering the landscape of household cleaning. - [1913]( - President Woodrow Wilson, in a move that shaped the nation’s fiscal policy, signed the US Federal income tax into law, initially set at a modest 1%. - [1920]( - The American Pro Football Association, destined to become the renowned NFL, jubilantly kicked off its first full round of games, marking a momentous chapter in sports history. - [1922]( - A moment frozen in time, the first facsimile photo was transmitted over the city telephone lines in Washington, D.C., pioneering a new era in communication. - [1941]( - The cinematic masterpiece "The Maltese Falcon," directed by the legendary John Huston and featuring the iconic Humphrey Bogart and Mary Astor, made its dazzling premiere in the lights of New York City. - [1945]( - A young star in the making, 10-year-old Elvis Presley, enchanted the audience at the Mississippi-Alabama Dairy Show with his rendition of “Old Shep,” earning him second place and a modest $5 prize. 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