Joan, Most Indians when asked how old they were or any other question regarding time answered "long time ago". Although it may not be entirely accurate, I would think that her listed age of 17 in 1870 was not entirely off. That would make her with child at 12 because according to the census she had a 4 year old. But....back then people did amazing things at young ages. As for her tribal affiliation...she appears in the Miwok books...you were told you are Miwok...and I'm sure you are. In 1870 she is living right next door (even though you can't see it on the census) to my great great grandma at Bull Creek. Therefore I'd be willing to bet she was a Bull Creek Indian. Unfortunately, that doesn't tell you which one of the 50 or so Bull Creeks were her relatives but heck...I'll adopt ya....the family needs a good liberal for balance anyway. LOL!