Remembrance Day
I missed the Remembrance Day ceremony at the school the other day but I am thrilled that my middle child did attend with her peers in their kindergarten class. I am grateful to know that she too will learn how precious her freedom and liberties are and why. There is also another reason that this day is important to me; my grandfather passed away on this day in 2004. Despite the years that have passed, for some reason, this year's post has been difficult to write.
I will remember by attending a nearby ceremony today in St. Pierre Jolys, Manitoba and I will honour veterans by wearing a poppy on my coat. I will answer the questions that my little ones have and teach them of the sacrifices that have been made. I will remember my grandfather and how he stood in respect anytime he saw a solider in uniform. This was important to him, to honour those who fought for freedom and right.
How will you remember? The Veterans Affairs Canada website has this tag-line and it is such a valid question. Over two million Canadians have served for justice and freedom and 117,000 Canadian men and women have given their lives. You can participate onlineby joining the Remembrance Day social media sites (Facebook , Twitter and YouTube ) and attend a service today. Take your friends and children and remember why we are so fortunate to live in Canada.
How will you remember?
