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I Thought You'd Never Ask

As unbelievable as it may seem, I Thought You'd Never Ask is a memoir about growing up, as a young black person, in Richmond and Vancouver, British Columbia and Montreal, Quebec in the 70's, 80's and 90's.

 

Here and in the accompanying pages are some photographs that relate to the scenes from the book (from top, left to right). Myra at three or four years old, already loving reading. Myra, Muriel, Malcolm and American cousins, Hallie and Ginger Smith. Bermudian cousin John David (JD), Muriel and Myra on one of our many summer trips "home" to Bermuda. Myra and Muriel beside the infamous double tenor steel drums. A performance of The Jets - Myra, Theresa and Lori accompanied by of the guys. Lefroy does the balancing baby act with Malcolm. Cover of commemoration publication of the anniversary of the Jackie Robinson's time in Montreal and whose wife, Rachel Robinson, Myra hosted on her return tour. Lefroy's steel band at a performance. Cover of the coveted album, 'The Wiz".

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4. On a visit to Bermuda too keep the kids grounded.JPG
12. Muriel and Myra with the Double Guitar Steeldrums.jpg
16. The Jets with Theresa - reaching out to audience.jpg
24. Jackie Robinson celebration book cover.jpg
4. Steelband - Lefroy 2.jpg
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