As a child, we got this day off school. It was to allow us the opportunity to go and watch the veterans in Remembrance Day parades. It gave us the chance to remember, and show our support to those that fought for the freedom we have.
This is no longer a day off - unless you work for banks or government. THEY still get the day off, but the 'normal' working joes do not. When I go to the cenotaph this morning, I highly doubt I will see many government/bank employees there paying their respects.
11 am - on the 11th day of the 11th month. It's only 2 minutes out of your day... please remember those that fought, and say a prayer for those that currently are. Regardless of your thoughts on the wars, or our country's involvement in said wars, support our troops - they are Canandians, and they are fighting to ensure our freedom continues.
My sister in law has an incredible bumper sticker that I would like to get. It says, "If you don't stand behind our troops, feel free to stand in front of them!"
AMEN.
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