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| Above, the dining area before everyone arrived. Photo by Armand Vaquer. |
Last evening, we had our first dinner group dinner in months historian Martin Link's home. It was nice to see everyone after at least six or seven months.
Discussion on what's happening in the Gallup, New Mexico area was interesting.
Due to the pandemic, decisions on what to do with Fort Wingate have been put on hold. Much of the problem rests with the governor, who runs her staff like a dictator. But, an infusion of funds for the Fort Wingate project is about to arrive, and it is a sizable amount. I just hope it isn't wasted on any legal battles and that it goes instead in making Fort Wingate a historic site that people can visit and learn its history.
It was proposed that some portions of Fort Wingate be turned over to a couple of Indian tribes, but that idea is not flying as neither tribe wants to be next to each other. One wants use their portion of land to open their own casino, which would be "too close for comfort" for the existing Fire Rock Navajo Casino.
Martin celebrated his 86th birthday on Saturday and we celebrated that. The man keeps very busy and that's what keeps him in good health for his age.
Some photos:
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| Above, a Micky Mouse kachina? Photo by Armand Vaquer. |
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| Above, a more traditional kachina. Photo by Armand Vaquer. |
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| Above, dessert time. Photo by Armand Vaquer. |
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| Above, Martin (center) about to give his projects updates. Photo by Armand Vaquer. |
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