In it were words written, back in the early 1900's, by my grandmother describing her mother 'She was a kind, loving wife, mother, and a friend to all.' Funny how just a few words can say so much about a person and with this bit of information I am quite pleased. My curiosity was set at ease when I recieved a family tree book in 1995. Was she happy with her life? Did she pick her husband or did her father pick him for her? I know it's silly to wonder about such things but I was curious to know more about her and how she felt about the world around her. I feel this is the way it should be.īack in the 1980's I found myself pondering about my (Choctaw) great grandmother. Scholarships and educational assistance are available but you are expected to pay some if not all of it back when you are able to. Those who are able and capable of working are encouraged to do so. They do provide social services, similar to our welfare system, to the very young, elderly, and disabled. Time consuming but well worth it if this is what you want.īenifits, after being accepted you will recieve a Choctaw Tribal card. You must be able to give proof without a doubt.
Now you must provide birth, marrage, death certificates, and other forms of documents connecting you to those on the Daws Roll Call.