There are various New Year's traditions that involve reflection on how each person lives their life. One fascinating example from the history of the U.S. of how a person lived is that of Kit Carson, a trapper, guide, courier, and interpreter (fluent in Spanish and several Native American languages) who was born in the early 19th century in Missouri. 12/08/2021, Kyoshin Wendy Lewis, dharma talk at City Center.