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How small is your world?

Lynn with parents and sibling in 1956

Lyn with parents and sibling in 1956

This newspaper cutout from the Ottawa Journal was shown to me on the weekend, and it’s a reminder of what a small world we live in. The photo belongs to former gymnast Lyn Heward, whom I ran into shortly after posting McGill Sports Hall of Fame Gets Emotional. Much to my surprise, she has a personal connection to the late Vic Obeck, the legendary football coach. Read on to find out more, and then post your own anecdote reflecting on what a small world we live in.

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