Exhibit:

Gertrudes' Commonplace Book

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This is the commonplace book for Gertrude Lormier. Editorial Commentary provided by Malea West. 

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Lormiers' Photography Studio

Gertrudes' Commentary: 

I felt a sadness in my heart, and a pain in my soul after the passing of my father. And this feeling was elevated even more so when I learned of the loss of my fathers fortune. My sisters and I could no longer live the life we were once allowed. So, we decided to start a new adventure and buy a photography studio. I had not given much thought to how successful we would be in our new space, but there was no room for error, we had to succeed. Lucy and I are the main operators of the shop as Phyllis is too young, and Fanny does not really believe in all this...
Gertrudes Fathers' letter

Gertrudes Commentary: While looking and packing things up from our old house I discovered this letter in my fathers' drawer. To my surprise, it was addressed to me, so I sat down and began reading it. I assume that this was written a day or two after he lost his fortune. A great wave of sadness passed over me because he was always thinking about us. As I continued to read I was a little upset that he did not disclose a reason as to why our fortune was lost so suddenly. But alas, it was such a shock that it ended up killing him. He asks me to take care of my sisters, which I have always...
Gertrudes writing

Gertrude's Commentary: Imagine my surprise when I found the very script that I thought I had thrown out. Looking at it again brings up feelings of sadness because I have always wanted to be a writer, and get a chance for my voice to be heard. However, not all dreams come true as I have learned. In order to start our photography business, I must provide it with my full attention for any chance of success. But, I have decided to keep this piece I found so in hopes that one day I will be able to come back to this and finally have a chance to sit down and revise it. While I am sad, I am doing...