I live and write on Lingít Aaní, and gratefully acknowledge the past, present and future caretakers of this beautiful place, the Jilkaat Kwaan and Jilkoot Kwaan.

 My Jeopardy partner  (and certified local Jeopardy bragging rights holder) Alex the Shovel has lost his thumb in an accident with a saw. He’s on his way home from the Juneau hospital, but I’m sure cards would be welcome. Send them to Alex Juren P.O. Box 868 Haines AK. 99827.  We should bring him some food, too. I’ll get back to you on that.