ID: 9681
Publication Date: 2005-09-15
First Published On (if retro):
Collection Book: Teaching...is a Learning Experience (Signed Copies)
Other Books: N/A  
Treasuries: We're still working on this!

Description: Elly is asleep in her car on the side of the highway. Police stop by to check on her. They decide that she should go somewhere safe. They take her to the police station. Correctional Services. Paul Wright
Caption: Some folks call it that!
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ID: 9682
Publication Date: 2005-09-16
First Published On (if retro):
Collection Book: Teaching...is a Learning Experience (Signed Copies)
Other Books: N/A  
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Description: Otter County Correctional Services. Elly, having been asleep in her car, is taken to the police station. They have a staff "ready room" where they can sleep while on call. Bed, showers, washrooms. Paul Wright
Caption: Room service starts at 5 am Just open the door and holler!
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ID: 9683
Publication Date: 2005-09-17
First Published On (if retro):
Collection Book: Teaching...is a Learning Experience (Signed Copies)
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Description: Otter County Correctional Services. Having a safe place to sleep on the way home from Mtigwaki, Elly wants to let John know that she's OK. The police let her send an e-mail along with a picture of her in a jail cell. Paul Wright
Caption: So, Let's send an e-mail. Along with a photograph! Good Idea. No Caption
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ID: 9684
Publication Date: 2005-09-19
First Published On (if retro):
Collection Book: Teaching...is a Learning Experience (Signed Copies)
Other Books: N/A  
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Description: Otter County Correctional Services. Having spent the night at the police station, Elly eats breakfast with the local constabulary. She tells them that she's travelling from Mtigwaki and shows them a picture of Elizabeth. Paul looks interested.
Caption: and I might go again!!!
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ID: 9685
Publication Date: 2005-09-20
First Published On (if retro):
Collection Book: Teaching...is a Learning Experience (Signed Copies)
Other Books: N/A  
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Description: Otter County Correctional Services. While eating breakfast with the police Elly talks to them about Elizabeth. 24, adventuresome, loves challenges, enjoys the outdoors, etc... Paul Wright
Caption: you should look her up.
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ID: 9686
Publication Date: 2005-09-21
First Published On (if retro):
Collection Book: Teaching...is a Learning Experience (Signed Copies)
Other Books: N/A  
Treasuries: We're still working on this!

Description: Otter County Correctional Services. Elly gets ready to return to the road driving home from Mtigwaki. Constable Paul Wright asks more questions about Elizabeth.
Caption: I suspect it will be a few more years before she meets Mr. Right!
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ID: 9701
Publication Date: 2005-10-08
First Published On (if retro):
Collection Book: Teaching...is a Learning Experience (Signed Copies)
Other Books: N/A  
Treasuries: We're still working on this!

Description: Elly tells John about the trip home from Mtigwaki and stopping at the police station to sleep. She forgot her prescription sunglasses. Constable Paul Wright plans to take them to Mtigwaki and see Elizabeth.
Caption: But her daughter lives in Mtigwaki... and I'll soon have a few days off!
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ID: 9723
Publication Date: 2005-11-03
First Published On (if retro):
Collection Book: Teaching...is a Learning Experience (Signed Copies)
Other Books: N/A  
Treasuries: We're still working on this!

Description: Mtigwaki: Elizabeth's class on star navigation turned into quite a party. Gary compliments her on a great idea, even though it was accidental. Paul Wright shows up and gives Elizabeth Elly's prescription sunglasses.
Caption: Sunglasses?
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ID: 9724
Publication Date: 2005-11-04
First Published On (if retro):
Collection Book: Teaching...is a Learning Experience (Signed Copies)
Other Books: N/A  
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Description: Mtigwaki: At Elizabeth's Stargazing Party, Paul Wright has arrived and explained how he ended up with her mother's sunglasses. He seems awkward but Elizabeth hopes he asks for her phone number.
Caption: ... my phone number?
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ID: 9725
Publication Date: 2005-11-05
First Published On (if retro):
Collection Book: Teaching...is a Learning Experience (Signed Copies)
Other Books: N/A  
Treasuries: We're still working on this!

Description: Mtigwaki: The stargazing party breaks up. Paul Wright tells Elizabeth that his Mishomis told him that every star is a spirit. Nice thought. Walking Elizabeth home and seeing her again is a nice thought as well. Gawaabmin. Margaret, Jesse
Caption: We'll if it's OK, I'll walk you back to your house... and maybe I'll see you tomorrow. That's a nice thought too.
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ID: 9726
Publication Date: 2005-11-07
First Published On (if retro):
Collection Book: Teaching...is a Learning Experience (Signed Copies)
Other Books: N/A  
Treasuries: We're still working on this!

Description: Elly and Connie drink coffee over Elizabeth's letter from Mtigwaki. She mentions Paul Wright but says nothing more. The less they tell you, the more there is to know.
Caption: Nothing more about the Police Officer? The less they tell you, Connie... the more there is to know.
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ID: 9762
Publication Date: 2005-12-19
First Published On (if retro):
Collection Book: Teaching...is a Learning Experience (Signed Copies)
Other Books: N/A  
Treasuries: We're still working on this!

Description: Mtigwaki: Vivian makes tea while Elizabeth talks about her Christmas plans. Paul Wright is coming to drive her part way. Paul is nothing serious, bad experience with long distance relationships. Gary answers the phone... it's long distance for Elizabeth.
Caption: It's for you, Liz.... Long distance!
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ID: 9763
Publication Date: 2005-12-20
First Published On (if retro):
Collection Book: Teaching...is a Learning Experience (Signed Copies)
Other Books: N/A  
Treasuries: We're still working on this!

Description: Mtigwaki: Out of nowhere Warren Blackwood calls and tells Elizabeth that he's flying through Geraldton on his way to Toronto. Elizabeth has to choose who will take her home. Vivian, Gary
Caption: Tell him you have friends in high places.
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ID: 9764
Publication Date: 2005-12-21
First Published On (if retro):
Collection Book: Teaching...is a Learning Experience (Signed Copies)
Other Books: N/A  
Treasuries: We're still working on this!

Description: Mtigwaki: Paul Wright picks up Elizabeth. 2 hour layover means that she can meet his family. Paul is getting serious too fast.
Caption: The planets may go 'round the sun - but my world revolves around you!
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ID: 9765
Publication Date: 2005-12-22
First Published On (if retro):
Collection Book: Teaching...is a Learning Experience (Signed Copies)
Other Books: N/A  
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Description: Mtigwaki: Paul Wright confesses his love for Elizabeth. She makes a decision and tells him to pull over because it's hard to kiss while driving.
Caption: Because it's hard to kiss while you're driving.
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ID: 9766
Publication Date: 2005-12-23
First Published On (if retro):
Collection Book: Teaching...is a Learning Experience (Signed Copies)
Other Books: N/A  
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Description: Paul Wright and Elizabeth confess their affection for each other. Liz tells him about Warren Blackwood picking her up in a helicopter. Hugging. Love.
Caption: So, when you say you're being "picked up"..... You mean literally!!!
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ID: 9767
Publication Date: 2005-12-24
First Published On (if retro):
Collection Book: Teaching...is a Learning Experience (Signed Copies)
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Description: Paul Wright and Elizabeth meet Warren's helicopter. They hug closely and promise to still be a couple after the holidays.
Caption: ....well, I'll be.
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ID: 9771
Publication Date: 2005-12-29
First Published On (if retro):
Collection Book: Teaching...is a Learning Experience (Signed Copies)
Other Books: N/A  
Treasuries: We're still working on this!

Description: Helicopter: Elizabeth and Warren Blackwood discuss their relationship. Elizabeth says that she cannot commit to someone who is never there. Seeing is believing.
Caption: Seeing is believing.
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ID: 9772
Publication Date: 2005-12-30
First Published On (if retro):
Collection Book: Teaching...is a Learning Experience (Signed Copies)
Other Books: N/A  
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Description: Elizabeth finishes her story about Warren Blackwood. They'll probably not keep in touch. Deanna thinks it is romantic, Michael wants to write about it. Elizabeth threatens him if he does. Elly is surprised that the kids are arguing.
Caption: Don't you just love tradition?!!
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ID: 9817
Publication Date: 2006-02-21
First Published On (if retro):
Collection Book: Seniors' Discount (Signed Copies)
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Description: Mtigwaki: Paul Wright brings art supplies for Elizabeth. She hasn't had time to clean. He is glad she has had time for him. Shiimsa.
Caption: I'm glad you've had time for me.
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ID: 9818
Publication Date: 2006-02-22
First Published On (if retro):
Collection Book: Seniors' Discount (Signed Copies)
Other Books: N/A  
Treasuries: We're still working on this!

Description: Mtigwaki: Paul Wright tells Elizabeth he requested a transfer to Spruce Narrows. Only one hour away. They discuss the events that lead to them meeting. Watching over us? Jesse and Ellen peek in the window and see them hugging. Shiimsa.
Caption: .... I'll close the drapes.
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ID: 9819
Publication Date: 2006-02-23
First Published On (if retro):
Collection Book: Seniors' Discount (Signed Copies)
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Description: Mtigwaki: Jesse and Ellen tease Elizabeth about having a boyfriend. She tries to explain to them about class time and private time. Paul Wright.
Caption: .... So, .... Turn around.
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ID: 9820
Publication Date: 2006-02-24
First Published On (if retro):
Collection Book: Seniors' Discount (Signed Copies)
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Description: Mtigwaki: Paul Wright and Elizabeth dance while he describes how crazy he is about her.
Caption: ... that would be just fine.
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ID: 9821
Publication Date: 2006-02-25
First Published On (if retro):
Collection Book: Seniors' Discount (Signed Copies)
Other Books: N/A  
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Description: Mtigwaki: Paul Wright has to go back for his duty shift. Left alone Elizabeth dances with joy. This is what being in love feels like. Shiimsa.
Caption: If this is what love's like - I'm loving it!!!
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ID: 9822
Publication Date: 2006-02-27
First Published On (if retro):
Collection Book: Seniors' Discount (Signed Copies)
Other Books: N/A  
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Description: Mtigwaki: While walking to school Gary and Elizabeth discuss Paul's heritage. Native humour. Ojibwa and Irish become Ojibrish. Mi'Kmaq and Scottish are McMi'Kmaq
Caption: ... that makes her McMi'kmaq!
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ID: 9876
Publication Date: 2006-05-01
First Published On (if retro):
Collection Book: Seniors' Discount (Signed Copies)
Other Books: N/A  
Treasuries: We're still working on this!

Description: April writes an e-mail to Elizabeth in Mtigwaki. She tells her about the new singer for the band, Elly's retirement projects, Robin's brief illness and Anthony's divorce. Elizabeth is surprised and wants more information.
Caption: Wait!
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ID: 9877
Publication Date: 2006-05-02
First Published On (if retro):
Collection Book: Seniors' Discount (Signed Copies)
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Description: Mtigwaki: Elizabeth reads a printed e-mail when Jesse shows up. All the cops buy coffee cake at the general store so Elizabeth's nickname is now Coffee Cake. The last teacher was named Fish Head.
Caption: The last teacher we had was called "fish head."
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ID: 9897
Publication Date: 2006-05-25
First Published On (if retro):
Collection Book: Seniors' Discount (Signed Copies)
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Treasuries: We're still working on this!

Description: April writes an e-mail to Elizabeth in Mtigwaki telling her about rebuilding the band. She's still going out with Gerald, her marks are good, she has work for the summer, life is coming together. Elizabeth's life is falling apart.
Caption: So, everything is great right now! My life is really coming together. ... and mine is falling apart.
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ID: 9898
Publication Date: 2006-05-26
First Published On (if retro):
Collection Book: Seniors' Discount (Signed Copies)
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Treasuries: We're still working on this!

Description: Mtigwaki: Elizabeth talks to Vivian over coffee. Homesick, she misses the big city, her family, her friends.
Caption: Part of me wants to stay. Part of me wants to leave. and... you don't know if you're coming or going.
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ID: 9899
Publication Date: 2006-05-27
First Published On (if retro):
Collection Book: Seniors' Discount (Signed Copies)
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Treasuries: We're still working on this!

Description: Mtigwaki: Drinking coffee, Elizabeth talks to Vivian about her difficult decisions concerning next year. Paul Wright has already applied to transfer nearby. If Elizabeth isn't coming back, she needs to tell him. Building a life, needing a foundation.
Caption: And a building needs a firm foundation.
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ID: 9900
Publication Date: 2006-05-29
First Published On (if retro):
Collection Book: Seniors' Discount (Signed Copies)
Other Books: N/A  
Treasuries: We're still working on this!

Description: Mtigwaki: Elizabeth tells Paul Wright that she wants to go home. Paul had begun to plan a life with her in Mtigwaki. Shiimsa
Caption: Then, you should talk to yourself more often.
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