This has been a difficult week. I am struggling with a ton of physical pain, and going through physical therapy to help get it under control. My ability to sit for long periods is diminished, causing me much frustration.

Trying to find information on cultural life of American Indians has not been easy. I was able to get an idea of where Saujani’s family comes from, and their traditions, which they held to even while living through much prejudice.

While I enjoyed the librarian experience, there has been no articles written about Saujani since 2012. I ordered the book, and now have to make the trek to Corvallis so I can read it and understand her more.

Trying to weed through the myriad of information you get when you type in “American Indian” is frustrating. I found that by adding the title “Asian” I am getting more information that applies.

I grew up in the same era as Saujani, I’m only a few years older. I find it interesting to dissect what I was experiencing during my childhood. Trends in education, technology commonly used in the home, are almost funny to me, as I experienced them first hand. I remember getting our first dishwasher, which we didn’t quite trust, and getting an Atari.

Finding statistics on education and Indian Americans is not easy, but I am searching as much as I can for the right information. Hopefully this week will be less painful and more fruitful!