Author Archives: Trudy Sobocienski

Veronica Slajer gave me a ticket to an Executive Order Signing Ceremony in the Old Executive Offices.  I didn’t know what to expect, but figured I may as well see what this adventure would end up being. I met up with Stephanie Irwin and Willie Hensley to attend the event together.  Veronica Slajer arranged forContinue reading “April 30, 2004: Diary Entry”

I am on a layover in Chicago right now. I’ve decided that I need to keep my laptop in a roller-luggage thingy (heavy). I looking forward to getting home and seeing the family. I had an interesting week. I am excited about the things we can pursue. I made contacts with people from the NationalContinue reading “February 27, 2004: Diary Entry”

I’m traveling to Philadelphia, PA today. I will attend some National Congress of American Indians (NCAI) sessions. Additionally, I’m attending a reception for Senator Campbell-Nighthorse. There will be a FAS/FASD hearing. On Thursday I travel to New York, NY to attend an auction of Alaska Native Art. I don’t know too much about this event,Continue reading “February 21, 2004: Diary Entry”

I turned 49 today. I was feeling blue for a lot of the day and couldn’t figure out why. The sadness just hung on my, like cement shoes. I did everything I was supposed to. Then finally I went to pick my husband up from work. I don’t know a lot about marriage, but whenContinue reading “October 21, 2019:Post”

Today is the procession and viewing ceremony of former President Ronald Reagan. President Reagan passed away several days ago. Today is Congressman Young’s birthday, as well as my daughter, Halie Mae’s 10th birthday. I’m waiting to board my plane back home. I’m excited to get there. I’m excited to come back here again too. (Washington,Continue reading “June 9, 2004:Diary Entry”

Work has overtaken a lot of my life lately. Although I enjoy it, I need to find healthy activities for after hours to de-stress. I’ve been upset with the kids dad a lot lately. He has to make a choice on what his priorities are. Either way, these children will be cared for and nurtured.Continue reading “April 9, 2004:Diary Entry”

I am again on the endless leg of Minneapolis to Anchorage. Our arrival is expected 1.5 hours later than originally scheduled. I am looking forward to going home and spending time with my Dad, Brother, and Daughters. My Aunt Pudden was diagnosed with cancer. She has to undergo chemo. She previously had recoved from aContinue reading “January 24, 2004:Diary Entry”

Yesterday I had substantial meetings with our Congressional Delegation. We let them know the ONLY priority we are focusing on for congressional appropriation funding is for the Community Health Aide/Therapist Program. We have before us the opportunity to make huge improvements in our Native Health Care Arena and to substantially impact the health status ofContinue reading “January 23, 2004:Diary Entry”

Today I met with the National Indian Health Board’s Executive Director and Legislative Director. I shared information on various issues including primarily the Indian Health Care Improvement Act (IHCIA) Re-authorization, the Indian Health Service Budget Formulation, and possible office space that I could rent from them. I also met with Congressman Don Young and CynthiaContinue reading “January 20, 2004:Diary Entry”

“If you have made mistakes….there is always another chance for you…you may have a fresh start any moment you choose, for this thing we call “failure” is not the falling down, but the staying down.” Mary Pickford (1893-1973) American Actress It’s funny, I’ve dreamed of buying a house, being an executive, having a college degree.Continue reading “December 21, 2003:Diary Entry”