I wasn't distracted by this at. all.

1. She looks just like she sounds (ie. -ingless).
2. Her name is spelled Helene (yes, with an extra e).
3. I think the past participle of spell should be spelt instead of spelled.
4. If you Google Image search for "Helene Blowers" one of the hits is a photograph of Helene and Michelle McLean on Lygon St.
So, how come out of the Habits of Highly Successful Lifelong Learners, 'Play' only deserves to be half of a Habit? A bit unfair, really.