Platform: Keres Language Preservation and The Importance of Family

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Gu’wa’dzi! Gui’da’wa Hou’ba. Du Shi’no’me Buu’raik’a ese Uu’sra’ch Haa’nu Se’da.

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Hello everyone! My name is Marissa Pasquale. I am of the Sun Clan. My Parents are April and Brandon Pasquale. My Maternal Grandparents are Joseph and the late Vina Leno. My Paternal Grandparents are Harold and the late Rebecca Pasquale.

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First, I would like to Thank My Community for their support as I go through my journey as Miss Pueblo of Acoma. In addition, I would like to Thank the Judges and the Miss Pueblo of Acoma Pageant Organization for taking time out of their day to support my Sister and I. Lastly, I also want to thank my family for the encouragement and the support that they continue to give me. As Miss Pueblo of Acoma, I will encourage Keres Language Preservation and the Importance of Family because without my family, I don’t think I could’ve accomplished what I have thus far. They are my biggest supporters and motivators. They push me to do my best in everything that I do. I am forever grateful to be given this opportunity to represent my family and my Pueblo. May all your blessings be bountiful in return. I look forward to getting more involved with our community and taking part in events to promote our Akume ways.

 

Da’wa’ee.

Marissa Pasquale, Miss Pueblo of Acoma 2018-2019