Wednesday, February 8, 2017
I have never been particularly good at keeping in touch with my relatives, with the exception of my favourite, Aunt Barb. From a young age, Barb was always a bit of a role model for me. In a time when the norm for women was to marry and start a family, Barb was very much a modern woman for her time. She had a career and she travelled the world. That always sounded like a great life to me! Barb and I shared many travel tales throughout the years. In fact, she encouraged me to take my first big trip to Europe in 1980. I am happy to say that the travel bug she was partially responsible for installing in me, has stayed with me to this day.
Barb would often included a stop in Toronto as part of her travel plans. Marty & I thoroughly enjoyed these visits and cherish the memories of road trips to Niagara Falls, tours of the city and backyard BBQs. Fiercely proud of her Scottage heritage, Barb could always be counted on to enjoy a "wee dram" of Marty's finest Scotch whiskey at the end of a busy day of touring.
A few years ago, Marty & I visited Aunt Barb in Brandon. Regrettably this was to be our last visit. I am so greatful for the time we shared with her in her home town. Although it was difficult for her to get around, I think she enjoyed playing tour guide in her city and we were happy to play tourists in Brandon in February...it was cold!
I will cherish my memories and I know Barb will be missed by so many people. RIP my favourite Aunt Barb xo
Deb & Marty Rennick
