Christmas arrived early! I got home from shopping for my giftee to find a box in the mail. I saw the return address was Akwesasne, and thought "whoa!" Opening the feather light box revealed this beautiful black ash splint and sweetgrass basket. These baskets are made by the Mohawk of Akwesasne. Living in Central New York, on the edge of the Oneida and Onondaga territories, I am very familiar with the history of the Haudenosaunee (many of you may know them better as the Iroquois, but that isn't a nice name). This lovely little basket is indeed a piece of art and history. I am honored to have received such a gift. To my Mohawk Santa, greetings and thanks.