Gwen Tuinman
Gwen Tuinman is a novelist, born and raised in rural southern Ontario. Fascinated by the landscape of human tenacity, she writes about people navigating the social restrictions of their era. Her storytelling is influenced by an interest in bygone days. She lives in the Kawartha Lakes region with her husband. Gwen's 19th century historical adventure novel UNREST will be published May 7 2024 by Random House Canada.
Gwen Tuinman 
September 3, 2017 at 8:40 pm
Gwen, these are terrific photos.
September 4, 2017 at 9:02 am
Thank you, Brett. I never tire is searching for these images. Every face holds so much interest. The last photo is the most impacting, I think. Such a disparity between the hopeful demeanour of the young teacher and the emotions of her students.
September 4, 2017 at 12:26 pm
Gwen, yes, that last image struck me the same way.
September 4, 2017 at 7:47 am
Those must have been austere school days! But I’m sure they had their fun and worthwhile moments too.
September 4, 2017 at 9:09 am
I’m sure you’re right on that account. A simpler time. My own grandmother road a pony to school. In my first rural grade school, we reached through a fence to pet cows. We even ice skates at lunch recess. Rules prohibit that now!