My life as a Cowlitz – Hawaiian elder has been a progressive journey of growth and purpose drawn from my traditional teachings, my connection to my ancestors, and a special bond with nature and spirituality. I have dedicated my life’s work to “making things right”. My 20-year career as the manager for a large customer service center “making things right” either made or broke the company’s success. Years of volunteer work for legal and social advocacy to be a voice for battered women and abandoned youth has led me to become a voice for the Cowlitz People. I try to bring awareness to the things that may be important to the People.