This post is in remembrance of the many veterans (and those who supported them) who fought so valiantly that we might enjoy the fragile freedoms we have today.
I hope the younger people will try to continue to remember. I read in
the news on November 10, 2020, that fewer Canadians bought a poppy this
year than in 2019 and many don't know what the poppy represents. Here is a link that will explain the Poppy Campaign and the importance of it.
On Wednesday, November 11 at 11 a.m. I will remember the mighty and the fallen.
I'm remembering better weather with clearer skies....
I captured these shots just over a week ago.
Trees are in the sky!
Seriously these trees are planted high above the ground as they are part of an apartment building built over top a shopping mall. This photo was taken near the entrance to the shopping mall but if you want to enter the apartment building the entrance is on the opposite end and at ground level.
Some trees have been looking a little bleak.
I'm remembering trees full of green leaves. Within the last two weeks many trees have lost their leaves. It is at times like this each year that one appreciates the greenery that remains with all the coniferous trees we have. I am truly grateful.
I'm remembering a colourful container garden.
A few posts ago, I mentioned that I wouldn't clean out the debris from my garden until the Spring. I meant to empty out the container garden and store the pots though I haven't yet.
I'm amazed to see how the geraniums have managed to stay so green.
I'm remembering walks to the beach on sunlit days.
On my last walk down at the beach I found these cute critters.
I love seeing the ducks on the water as the sun set.
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Most importantly, I'm remembering that on November 11, at 11:00 o'clock, cities and towns across Canada will celebrate our fallen war heroes.
I've always felt the poignancy of this day and the sacrifices made on my behalf.
The poem, In Flanders Field was written by Canadian physician, Lieutenant Colonel, John McCrae after officiating at a funeral of his fallen friend and soldier, Lieutenant Alexis Helmer. If you have a moment watch the video to hear the poem narrated with lovely photos.
If you don't have a moment, I've posted the poem below for you to read.
