Belinda Lee
by Janice Bick with Illustrations by Donna
I was born and raised in Nova Scotia, Canada. Our family summer holidays were spent on the South Shore, very close to a small fishing village. Many days were spent fishing or watching the gulls fight over scraps thrown to them by the fishermen.
I somehow think Belinda Lee grew out of that experience. There are too many boats similar to the Belinda Lee; whether they are too old or perhaps they leak — whatever the situation — they are cast aside. It always seemed rather sad to think after years of service, these old, weathered fishing boats were no longer needed.
That was not to happen to my boat. Yes, she too was worn and weathered, her paint cracked and peeled, but there still had to be room in someone’s heart for her.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
My career was in library work, both in Nova Scotia and Thunder Bay, Ontario. In Thunder Bay, I worked in Children's Services, as well as Adult Services and Technical Services (acquisitions and cataloguing). I also spent some time as a Branch Head, where I worked with both children and adults.
My marriage to my wonderful partner took place in 1975. We continued to live and work in Thunder Bay until 2000, when we moved to our present location, Bobcaygeon, Ontario.
We continue to visit Nova Scotia as often as possible. It has a special place in our hearts.
ABOUT THE ILLUSTRATOR
Donna Goodman was born and raised in Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada. She is a professional artist. A retired teacher, she now spends her time as a set designer and illustrator.
(2006, paperback, 32 pages)
Availability: Usually ships in 2-3 business days.
I was born and raised in Nova Scotia, Canada. Our family summer holidays were spent on the South Shore, very close to a small fishing village. Many days were spent fishing or watching the gulls fight over scraps thrown to them by the fishermen.
I somehow think Belinda Lee grew out of that experience. There are too many boats similar to the Belinda Lee; whether they are too old or perhaps they leak — whatever the situation — they are cast aside. It always seemed rather sad to think after years of service, these old, weathered fishing boats were no longer needed.
That was not to happen to my boat. Yes, she too was worn and weathered, her paint cracked and peeled, but there still had to be room in someone’s heart for her.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
My career was in library work, both in Nova Scotia and Thunder Bay, Ontario. In Thunder Bay, I worked in Children's Services, as well as Adult Services and Technical Services (acquisitions and cataloguing). I also spent some time as a Branch Head, where I worked with both children and adults.
My marriage to my wonderful partner took place in 1975. We continued to live and work in Thunder Bay until 2000, when we moved to our present location, Bobcaygeon, Ontario.
We continue to visit Nova Scotia as often as possible. It has a special place in our hearts.
ABOUT THE ILLUSTRATOR
Donna Goodman was born and raised in Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada. She is a professional artist. A retired teacher, she now spends her time as a set designer and illustrator.
(2006, paperback, 32 pages)
Availability: Usually ships in 2-3 business days.
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