An avid Canoeist since I was old enough to hold a paddle in my hands, I had discovered the quiet, romantic beauty of roaming about on backcountry lakes or floating down miles of rivers. Born and raised in Michigan, "Cedar Moon" depicts the early morning hours spent paddling on Blue Lake, located in the northern part of the state. During my teenage youth, as others slept in the warmth of the cabin I would venture out  before dawn to paddle Dad's old "Arrowhead" cedar and canvas canoe. Ah, this was my escape! Perched atop a severely worn cane woven seat with fishing gear lying across the wood planking beneath my feet, I was free to explore the magical, morning wonders of nature - my personal version of paradise!