This & That
What was Roy's first car?
VW Beetle
What do T.A.P.S. and G.D.P.S. represent in Roy's life?
The two schools at which he taught.
How old was Rengert when his parents immigrated to Canada?
2 years old
What grade was Roy in when he first laid eyes in Nina?
Grade 8
Where did Roy and Nina go on their honeymoon?
Gatlinburg, Tennessee
Why did Roy & Nina suddenly move out of their first apartment?
Cockroaches were found!
At what age did Roy enter the full time work force at his father's shop?
16
What song made little Rengert cry when sung to him?
"Visje, Visje"
Name the song Roy wrote for Nina while she was away galavanting in Holland.
"A Summer Without Love"
What did Roy give Nina as a wedding gift?
$100.00 (equivalent to $729.68 today)
What was stolen, one winter, from their Quail Place home.
Kid's piggy banks. (inside job?)
How long has Roy been retired?
18 years
Where was little lost Rengert finally found after the whole neighbourhood searched for him?
Insde the cab of a parked truck.
Which sibling was Roy very competitive with?
His pesky, younger brother, Mike
Who is the middle grandchild?
Olivia
What is Roy's favourite alcoholic drink?
Grand Marnier
What job did Roy have while attending Teacher's College?
Returning grocery carts for Steinberg's Supermarket..
How many children immigrated to Canada?
5 children
What competitive team was Roy invited to join one summer (without training), which included competing in London?
The City Swim Team
How long have Roy and Nina lived at 163 Norway Maple Drive?
35 Years
What subject did Roy bomb in high school and ace in night school?
Math
What was Roy's first job? (It required the use of his bicycle)
Delivery boy for Chatham Fish & Chips
Name the ship that transported the family to Canada?a. Volendam
b. Nieuw Amsterdam
c. Groote Beer
d. Maasdam
c. De Groote Beer (The Big Bear)
Where did Roy and Nina go on their first date?
a. bowling
b. movies
c. skating in Ridgetown arena
d. out for dinner
Skating in Ridgetown arena
What word of advice (in Dutch) does Grandpa have for those searching for a life mate?
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