Debra’s pen was dipped in the essence of life to write this amazing book.
Once again her talent rises to the challenge and we meet not just a person but a people.
Through narrative we experience the highs and lows in the account of Cedar Woman and dwell
within the unfolding story. We travel through the pages on a journey through time and circumstance,
from the sweat lodge to the edge of the world and beyond; from powwow, to opening the first Central
Ohio Native American restaurant. Truly a great work concerning a great nation and one small part of it
in particular.

I read Cedar Woman (a few times, actually). What I noticed most is that I don't have thoughts about it
so much as I have feelings. I consider this to be the book equivalent of a John Denver song -- it's fully
immersing in a "you are there" kind of way. The way John Denver could so, so easily make even the most
hardened of city slickers want to go home via a country road, the way every woman wished her man could
or would write "Annie's Song" for her . . . Cedar Woman stirs a longing to be with if not of an NdN community,
to partake in the richness of their lifestyle, to have true meaning in ceremony. This book is a call to warmth,
family, food, beauty in all its forms, and a guide to giving in to love . . . The kind of love that has been waiting --
true love. A side benefit to the reader is the authenticity of the scenarios presented -- the reader is taken on an
adventure, but not for a ride. Debra Shiveley Welch could be that beloved and unforgettable teacher of one's youth.

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