Today, November 11, is a day of universal recognition and respect for our veterans. It is a day to honour and acknowledge the men and women who sacrificed their own lives for the future of people they would never know, an act of infinite selflessness. Remembrance Day was originally called Armistice Day and its purpose … More We remember
Today, November 11, marks a day of remembrance on a global scale. It is a day to pay our respects to the men and women who gave their lives for their country, and further, to fight for and protect our freedom, and we are forever indebted to them for their sacrifice. The 11th day of … More We remember
There seems to be a controversial yet annual topic of conversation that tends to occur around this time of year. Shortly after Halloween, debates and divides appear via social media discussing whether or not it is disrespectful to begin celebrating Christmas prior to Remembrance Day on November 11. For the longest time, I didn’t give … More Is it wrong to start celebrating Christmas before Remembrance Day?
Today is Remembrance Day, as we likely all know. A day to respect, remember, and revisit notions of significant sacrifice that were made by strangers for our own wellbeing. Remembrance Day is something we’re made aware of every year. We wear poppies, we see commercials aired on television to honour our veterans, and we stand … More Maintaining remembrance on Remembrance Day
For many of us, wearing a poppy in the days leading up to Remembrance Day is a no-brainer. Unfortunately, as I’m sure many of us can attest to, keeping a poppy on clothing can be tricky, and every year, I’m certain I lose more than I did the previous. I have good news, though; keeping … More This is how to keep your poppy on your clothing
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