I have read a few of his books and loved them because of my own experience in the north and my love of learning. I appreciate them for what they are...novels written from his perspective, research and experience... I too am white and write and  have many indigenous friends who I love and admire. I do not know my ancestry beyond my grandfather and my mother was adopted... I wish I did know, however, like some I choose to follow the red road as well and will continue even though many ask me why??  and that is both indigenous and non-indigenous...I do because it is in my heart and this way and prayer and searching has changed me....no one can tell me otherwise except for the great spirit. I really like what you had to say in this article...about joining as one family as we are all related if we go back far enough. Teachings based on Love, respect honesty trust acceptance and forgiveness, growth and learning...this keeps the circle spinning. Thank-you, Wellallin, Meegwhich,Senogema