Nancy
Sis the Filmmaker
Sis' digital story: At 101+, Sis appreciated a good story. And she loved to tell a story! She wrote and voiced this digital story in...
SIS WAS HERE: A BLOG
Sis lived to 101+. This blog is inspired by her kind, uplifting spirit, commitment to connection, and uninhibited openness to new and exciting experiences.
Enjoy the journey.
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Nancy
- Feb 10
- 1 min
Curling Days in Thunder Bay
It was an exciting time as Thunder Bay welcomed the best women curlers from all across Canada to the 2022 Scotties Tournament of Hearts,...
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Nancy
- Oct 21, 2021
- 1 min
The Herb Harvest
It's the time of year to gather those wonderful herbs from the garden to help us add a little ommpphh to our winter meals. Watch Nancy...
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Nancy
- Oct 19, 2021
- 1 min
What's for Supper?
Looking for something that can make for a versatile meal - or meals? Check out how Nancy prepares a rotisserie chicken purchased at a...
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Nancy
- May 5, 2021
- 1 min
Happy Mother's Day
Here's to moms everywhere and to the skills we learn at our mother's side. My mom was a master tea sandwich maker. She had the pleasure...
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Nancy
- Mar 10, 2021
- 1 min
Photos in Time
Where were you when the new reality struck? I was at the Thunder Bay Art Gallery. It was Thursday, March 12, 2020. The Gallery closed...
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Nancy
- Dec 14, 2020
- 2 min
Thanks to Santa and friends…
During this festive season, I think back to pre-2020 when we could hug our friends and neighbors. That gesture of connection and love has...
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Nancy
- Dec 8, 2020
- 1 min
Nancy on CBC Radio
On Dec 6th, Nancy was interviewed by Amy Hadley on CBC Radio about Age BIG @ Home. She developed the program based on Sis' five...
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Nancy
- Nov 20, 2020
- 1 min
Give Back Economy Podcast
Check out Nancy on the Give Back Economy podcast, a podcast dedicated to social responsibility practices for businesses and non-profits...
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nangus6
- Nov 12, 2020
- 1 min
The Straw Hat
Sis enjoyed sitting outdoors. When she owned her house she was especially fond of sitting in the breezeway that separated her house from...
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nangus6
- Oct 29, 2020
- 1 min
The Telephone Tree
The old-fashioned telephone tree was important to Sis. She was a volunteer caller for many non-profits. I remember her phoning folks to...
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nangus6
- Oct 15, 2020
- 2 min
The Glasses
What would we do without sunglasses? I've given up on prescription ones because I've lost so many prescription sunnies...and they are...
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nangus6
- Oct 1, 2020
- 2 min
The Summer Sun dress
If you ever went shopping with Sis there were no wishy-washy decisions. She was a woman who knew her style, her colours, her likes and...
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nangus6
- Sep 17, 2020
- 1 min
Camping wasn't Sis' Cup of Tea
Before I was born my parents had a camp on Lake Superior which happens to be the largest fresh-water lake in the world. My mom Sis hated...
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nangus6
- Jul 22, 2020
- 1 min
Soap Opera Saga
Yes, Sis loved her soap. She remembered her mom's neighbours gathering in the McComb living room to watch The Edge of Night. But mom...
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nangus6
- Jul 15, 2020
- 1 min
When Sis met The Hurricane
Sis had opinions. And she loved to hear opinions from others. Age Friendly Thunder Bay hosted a gathering of seniors to determine...
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Nancy
- Jul 8, 2020
- 1 min
Who needs a diet?!
Sis Advice: Eat everything in moderation. Sis never dieted but she did enjoy her food. Her secret for maintaining her weight - just...
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Nancy
- Jul 1, 2020
- 2 min
Photos travel!
Connecting Canadian and Italian Heroes start with one photo: I have been enjoying more phone calls lately. It’s great to check in with...
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Nancy
- Jun 24, 2020
- 1 min
Forest Ranger cookies taste better shared!
Sis advised: "Always eat something – like a cookie - with your tea." She always made sure she had something to serve with tea when folks...
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Nancy
- Jun 17, 2020
- 1 min
Breakfast like a champion
Sis Advice: "Eat breakfast. Try porridge or a mix of cereals, orange or orange juice, and coffee." Sis never skipped breakfast. She...
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