David Louis CortDavid Louis Cort has spent his life exploring cultures and languages with deep respect and love. He backpacked across the Middle East as a student at the University of Haifa, taught Lushootseed at Tulalip Elementary School under the guidance of triba elders, and recorded the stories and songs of his Armenian in-laws for decades. Somewhere along the way, they declared him an "Honorary Armenian"-a title he wears with quiet pride. He and his wife, Arpie, practice Armenian every day by reading Գորտն ու Դօդօշը (Frog and Toad)-dictionary close at hand. David holds degrees in Hebrew and History from UCLA. Read More Read Less