July 24 – Winnipeg, Turtle Mountain and Souris

What luck I had to meet Nellie’s sister Lorraine in Winnipeg. I just want to thank the powers that be for amazing sisters. What would the world be without them? Lorraine treated me like a sister and gave me insights into why I love Nellie so much. On the way...

July 22 – Steinbach

I crossed the border yesterday after 8 days of enjoying Ontario and it’s hospitality. I have to thank Gail for being a wonderful host and for those moments where I thought, “This woman is a sister who I just never met.” I guess it is good that I left...

July 20 – Kenora: Trains, Float Planes and Skip Bo

Today I am leaving Kenora to go to a place near Steinbach, Manitoba. I will be changing provinces. Last year I moved from home to Vancouver in 5 days. This year it has taken me over a week to reach the border between Ontario and Manitoba. It has been a much more...

July 19th – living lightly

I met Shawn last year on my way home, just stayed one brief evening and so I was glad to have more time this time. She is one of those amazing women who has really decided what is important to her. Recently retired, she lives in a very small house tucked behind the...

July 17 Old Fort William

Today I went to Old Fort William. It has been on my list of things to do since I was in Grade 5, and it was worth the wait. It was a perfect day weather wise and it was Rendez Vous at the fort so lots was going on. I got pickerel for lunch. Ummmmm. I will definitely...