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I’m Dede Montgomery, 6th generation Oregonian, author of six books, and regular blogger.
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A Map of Her Own is a dual-timeline novel set along the Columbia River, following two working-class women a century apart as they search for autonomy, purpose, and a life of their own.
Recent Blogs
- Life’s (sometimes surprising) Joys
In this Entry: Practicing Patience/ Our remarkable bodiesRambling Tips/ Accessible walksBook Recommendation/ Betty Practicing Patience Okay, bear with me faithful readers. But yes, watching skin heal from a second degree burn has allowed me to practice the fine art of patience. And observation. Two things my “quick to be and act” nature isn’t always good … Continue reading Life’s (sometimes surprising) Joys - The Joy of Morning Tea Rituals
As this blog idea came to me, I resisted. After all, with so many challenges in the world, why should I be writing about drinking tea? A moment later, though, I pushed back against that worry. Yes, the fact that I look forward to my morning cups of tea, to be alone in the world … Continue reading The Joy of Morning Tea Rituals - One of the Boys (Almost)
Before I submitted my final draft of My Music Man to my publisher, I teasingly gave each of my four brothers the opportunity to change their first name. To go incognito, although it really wouldn’t be for those who know our family. None of them took me up on the offer and I’m not sure … Continue reading One of the Boys (Almost)