On Tuesday 20th September we had the privilege to spend the afternoon and evening with members of the San Luis Rey Tribe in Oceanside. In the afternoon we went to the national park where Mel, Paul, Velia, Josh, PJ and Cammie showed us the 'rancho' and their collection of pieces that are evidence of their people's presence in the area for over 12,000 years. Later, we went to a park nearby that was a recreation of sacred stones and art of their community. In the evening we were invited to Cammie's house, where we were honored with delicious fry bread served with beans, meat and vegetables. Some members of the tribe played the drums and chanted. There was also a performance of a couple of dances with the traditional clothes. Towards the end of the evening, after the 'root beer floats' we shared some 'mate', alfajores and chocotorta. It was an unforgettable day for all of us.
