Photo History: Part 2

In Camsell Portage, it wasn't all about fishing and hunting. We also got into the picking of wild berries, especially ground cranberries which made an incredible jam and pancake syrup. The berries were quite tart. Our neighbour and friend, Mary, taughts us how to make a bannock using the berries for added flavour.

As a city kid, the move north was an opportunity to discover all kinds of hidden talents. Even the hat I wore was one of my creative attempts. There is no doubt that it appeared as if I was born in the bush and belonged there.

This is Misty, our dog who made the journey to Camsell with us. He stayed only for part of the year. Though there were many dogs in the village, Misty looked scary to the local children because of his colour as well as his size. So, he went back to live in the south with another family member.

Last night we went to watch the girls' hockey team play. It was surprising to see them hold their own against an older and bigger team from Swift Current. Tonight, I am listening to the Sens play the Habs on Internet radio. It is winter and it is cold like winter. This morning it actually dropped to -20° C. Good thing there wasn't the same wind as we had yesterday. We have all of our winter wear out and being used even though there still isn't any snow.

Another day working on a number of different projects including more work with these older photos. I have been busy working on revising the story of our time spent in India. I'll let all know when it is ready for reading. This afternoon, we went to the senior centre where we played bridge. It's official, I am a senior, a paying member of the senior club.