I’ve had the honour of speaking at Northview Heights a few times now, and I love meeting with grade 10 history students. In the past, I’ve spoken about the internment operations during WWI in Canada. This year, I proposed to Julia that I tailor a presentation just for her students. I love writing coming to Canada stories, and also exploring the lives of young people who are plunged into war. Canada’s strength comes from those who choose to be Canadian. It was a wonderful visit on April 19th.
My friend and fellow writer, Gisela Sherman, came to Northview to watch me present. She was writing a profile piece about me for CANSCAIP news. I was shocked and saddened when she died on April 23. She may be tucked somewhere unobtrusively in this picture:
I am grateful that I was able to have a few more hours with Gisela before she died. Do hug a friend today. You never know when it will be the last time you can do it.
