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This has to be one of my favorite readings so far!  I knew that Indians were great story tellers and that it was part of their traditions of keeping their history going but I've never heard a story like this.  Was this type of story telling common?  Was this to warn women of jealousy?  --Remy B.
 
This has to be one of my favorite readings so far!  I knew that Indians were great story tellers and that it was part of their traditions of keeping their history going but I've never heard a story like this.  Was this type of story telling common?  Was this to warn women of jealousy?  --Remy B.
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I agree with Remy! This was a great story. I think it was amazing how when the son-in-law realized something was wrong, he continued to follow the rules and did not become disrespectful or say anything to her directly. The note at the bottom of the page explains that he must address her through his wife; even in a crazy situation like that, he still abides by this rule. --Aqsa Z.

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