This item is an interview of Annie Beaulieu, recorded February 3, 1994 in Hay River, likely by Margaret Bearard. The interview is in English. The original source item is side A of a 90 minute audio cassette. Annie Beaulieu was born April 30, 1934 in Rocher River, the daughter of Judith Cree and Charlie Giroux. She was raised by her stepfather, Francois King. Chipewyan was the language used at her home. Her maternal grandparents were Joseph Cree and Louise Smith. Her paternal grandmother, Anna, lived in Rat River and had a small store. Annie speaks about being raised in the bush, with hunting and trapping to make a living, and chores like getting wood, hauling water, doing laundry, and scrubbing the floor. Annie learned to sew, bead, and embroider from her mother. She started attending school at the age of 14 and reached grade 3. Annie worked for the mission in Fort Resolution for a couple of summers. Annie married Jim Beaulieu, who was from Fort Resolution. Annie speaks about tuberculosis, traditional medicines, Chief Samuel Simon, clothing, and entertainment, including dances and feasts. She mentions that people seem to be drinking alcohol more now. Some of Annie's responses are unclear due to background white noise.