My Navajo culture has helped me identify myself, not only as a Navajo, but also how I fit into today's society. I learned that being Navajo and living in today's world requires me to be bicultural. My transition occurs between these two different cultures daily.

At school, I read Shakespeare, his Hamlet. At home, I hear stories about Changing Woman and her children, Monster Slayer and Born-for-Water. At school, I learn about the parts of cells. At home, I learn about plants used for dyeing wool. Language is also a big part in my life. I grew up hearing and understanding Navajo before I learned English.

Kinaalda is a very important ceremony for a young girl. This ceremony signifies the transition for a girl from childhood to adulthood. My grandmother and Mother put on this week long ceremony for me.