A Message from Yvonne Jones, M.H.A.

A stroll through the top of the loft in the twine shed not only awakens the senses to a time gone by, but it also feeds the soul. The strong smell of twine and bark, the smooth touch of the old post, worn from years of use by nets, and the creak of the floor boards as you move from one side of the loft to the other is a constant reminder of those who stood here before.

From the twine loft to the kitchen takes us from a place of hard work to a place of sweet reward.

The aroma of partridgeberry jam and homemade bread, the smell of Sunlight soap and the crackle of the wood stove - a sign of relief for this is full contentment.

As we strive to preserve the most precious moments in our history, we do so through the memories of those who have strolled here before us.

Congratulations to Bonnie Rumbolt and the Battle Harbour Literacy Council for their commitment to documenting and preserving the life stories of our most charming citizens, our elders. I offer sincere thanks to all of those who have shared their memories in this publication.

Sincerely yours

YVONNE JONES