Today is the day we honour our veterans. You know the ones that have sacrificed so we can feel safe.
My dad was a proud officer of the Princess Pat’s Light Infantry. He joined the army when he was thrown out of his house at the tender age of 17. He was too young for the army but his goal was to be an officer of the Canadian Army so he lied about his age. Obviously, folk were more trusting in that era and they let him in. He left the army a Major. Dad is gone but never forgotten.
Every one of the armies around the world served their countries and did their duty…..this is the ultimate in personal sacrifice that must be respected..
I thank your Dad, Jean, from the bottom of my heart.
I will wear a poppy today, also.
Here in the US, one rarely sees peeps wearing poppies on this day, but it serves as a conversation opener to tell peeps about the price our freedom(s) truly cost.
I never realized that poppies were not worn like they are here, Ingrid. To us they are the symbol for Remembrance Day and hold a place of honour. Perhaps this is the British influence in Canada?
Yes, I think so. Hardly anyone here understands about them, but then when I explain it they seem to think well, why don’t we do that. I think because at Flanders’s Field, the most of the soldiers there were British or maybe Canadian. I have looked after many vets, both here and in Canada, and they are all to be honoured and thanked. And I do…Also we have a wall of pictures of the vets who are currently residing at our facility.
My two fave vets from my work in Canada back in the seventies were a major, who no one loved he was kind of a grumpy soul, but he and I connected and became friends. He was charming if you could get through his thick rough skin…I think it was a defense method he used to keep aloof until he trusted you.
The other was an amputee (arm), and he was a poet. Also a difficult gentleman, but once again, I learned his ways and connected to the point where if I was not too busy we would visit and have chats about the past. He signed a little poetry book…which he had published…and gifted me with it, and I still have it to this day.
Amen to that friends. People today seem to not see beyond the last Tweet or Sound Bite. Those who forget the past are doomed to repeat their mistakes and this is a Country also. You stay safe too and keep warm
Today peeps have a different philosophy…..more of a me generation. There are men fighting now for freedom in the middle east from the Taliban, the Islamic Terrorists but I’ll bet you they don’t see themselves that way. To each side of a disagreement is a story. One day we’ll be able to talk the problems out………mankind must alter their thinking for this to happen.
with thanx to all the veterans, ♥♥♥♥♥ I don’t recall anyone in the states ever wearing the poppy ?
my great uncle was awarded the purple heart ♥♥♥♥♥ during WW 2.
The Canadian tomb of the unknown soldier is the most beautiful in the world I think and we are lucky to be able to touch it. I always pause when I am in that part of the city. We remember.
You live near Ottawa or in it. When I was in elementary school dad was stationed there for 2 years after Germany. I really liked it there. We lived on Haig Drive. I have no idea where in Ottawa that is but for some 60 years have remembered the name.
I wore a poppy yesterday even though I was just here at home…..all veterans everywhere deserve our thanks and respect. That photo of your Dad is fabulous Jean.
Wow your Father was a handsome & brave man!! Alot of young men lied about their age to go to War & to fight for Freedom! We owe them ultimate respect ^ remembering.
Love the Poppy facts; I learned a few new things about Poppies Jean!
((hugs)) Sherri-Ellen & **purrss** BellaDharma
Love the photos and the beautiful tribute to our veterans. I am writing this on 11/14. Yesterday Max Thompson,Psychokitty went to The Bridge. My heart goes out to Karen and Mike.
Thank You to all who served in the military whether in combat or not. My Dad served in the Army National Guard but didn’t serve in combat per se. His unit was deployed for the Pittsburgh riots though.
Thank You To All Veterans. We Appreciate You.
My dad didn’t serve in combat either. He trained men on procedures in battle. He was an instructor….one of several I would imagine but to me he was all things as your dad was to you. Every post during wartime is an important post.\
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thanks so much to your daddy and to all the soldiers who came to bring freedom to our world…
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It is amazing to me all the men that were willing to sacrifice so much to keep Canada free.
Jean
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A wagnificent tribute. We salute all veterans who served their respective country fighting for freedom. 🇨🇦 🇺🇸
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Every one of the armies around the world served their countries and did their duty…..this is the ultimate in personal sacrifice that must be respected..
Jean
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That is a really wonderful photo of your Dad. Thank you to all of our heroes!
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Isn’t that a fine photo and he was such a young whippersnapper,,,,glad there are mementos of our loved ones.
Jean
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I thank your Dad, Jean, from the bottom of my heart.
I will wear a poppy today, also.
Here in the US, one rarely sees peeps wearing poppies on this day, but it serves as a conversation opener to tell peeps about the price our freedom(s) truly cost.
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I never realized that poppies were not worn like they are here, Ingrid. To us they are the symbol for Remembrance Day and hold a place of honour. Perhaps this is the British influence in Canada?
Jean
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Yes, I think so. Hardly anyone here understands about them, but then when I explain it they seem to think well, why don’t we do that. I think because at Flanders’s Field, the most of the soldiers there were British or maybe Canadian. I have looked after many vets, both here and in Canada, and they are all to be honoured and thanked. And I do…Also we have a wall of pictures of the vets who are currently residing at our facility.
My two fave vets from my work in Canada back in the seventies were a major, who no one loved he was kind of a grumpy soul, but he and I connected and became friends. He was charming if you could get through his thick rough skin…I think it was a defense method he used to keep aloof until he trusted you.
The other was an amputee (arm), and he was a poet. Also a difficult gentleman, but once again, I learned his ways and connected to the point where if I was not too busy we would visit and have chats about the past. He signed a little poetry book…which he had published…and gifted me with it, and I still have it to this day.
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Amen to that friends. People today seem to not see beyond the last Tweet or Sound Bite. Those who forget the past are doomed to repeat their mistakes and this is a Country also. You stay safe too and keep warm
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Today peeps have a different philosophy…..more of a me generation. There are men fighting now for freedom in the middle east from the Taliban, the Islamic Terrorists but I’ll bet you they don’t see themselves that way. To each side of a disagreement is a story. One day we’ll be able to talk the problems out………mankind must alter their thinking for this to happen.
Jean
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with thanx to all the veterans, ♥♥♥♥♥ I don’t recall anyone in the states ever wearing the poppy ?
my great uncle was awarded the purple heart ♥♥♥♥♥ during WW 2.
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Poppies must be a Canadian and British symbol. Is there a different symbol for the States?
Jean
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So many wonderful veterans to honor. Thanks for the information on the poppy. I didn’t know some of the rules.
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We honour all who served.
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We honour all the heroes of the allied countries who fought for our freedom.
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We love our veterans!
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The traits that worked against your dad at home must have worked for him in this service. With the election over, we still have a chance to live free.
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True……now to get rid of the hangeron!!
Jean
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The Canadian tomb of the unknown soldier is the most beautiful in the world I think and we are lucky to be able to touch it. I always pause when I am in that part of the city. We remember.
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You live near Ottawa or in it. When I was in elementary school dad was stationed there for 2 years after Germany. I really liked it there. We lived on Haig Drive. I have no idea where in Ottawa that is but for some 60 years have remembered the name.
Jean
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Nice tribute to veterans everywhere. XO
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I wore a poppy yesterday even though I was just here at home…..all veterans everywhere deserve our thanks and respect. That photo of your Dad is fabulous Jean.
Hugs, Pam
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Thank you, the photo is a great memory to have of dad. So happy you wore a poppy….where did you find it? I gather poppies are not sold like in Canada.
Jean
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Wow your Father was a handsome & brave man!! Alot of young men lied about their age to go to War & to fight for Freedom! We owe them ultimate respect ^ remembering.
Love the Poppy facts; I learned a few new things about Poppies Jean!
((hugs)) Sherri-Ellen & **purrss** BellaDharma
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What a wonderful photo to share. Thank you to everyone who has served!
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Love the photos and the beautiful tribute to our veterans. I am writing this on 11/14. Yesterday Max Thompson,Psychokitty went to The Bridge. My heart goes out to Karen and Mike.
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A deep thanks to your daddy from the bottom of my heart!
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Thank You to all who served in the military whether in combat or not. My Dad served in the Army National Guard but didn’t serve in combat per se. His unit was deployed for the Pittsburgh riots though.
Thank You To All Veterans. We Appreciate You.
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My dad didn’t serve in combat either. He trained men on procedures in battle. He was an instructor….one of several I would imagine but to me he was all things as your dad was to you. Every post during wartime is an important post.\
Your friend,
Jean
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