Totem Unveiling

Today the twins and I got to join Cliff at his new office building for a

Totem Unveiling!  It was a special event!

The master carver that created the Eagle and Raven poles

was present to speak about their significance to the local tribe and 

representatives from each of the 5 clans were also honored.

One of Cliff's co-workers sang and drummed while others danced

and although, not a part of the local tribe, Cliff got to take part in pulling down 

the shroud at the appointed moment after the drumroll

(I actually heard one of the men ask for his help - they said "Cliff, we need your height.")

Quentin and Ruby were quiet in the stroller during the ceremony which lasted about an hour.

It was a chilly day so I was very thankful that they were bundled in their 

cozy snowsuits that Grandma Rene & Grandpa Warren gave them.