Storm Bay Posted November 11, 2008 Share Posted November 11, 2008 (edited) Since we both take time on 11/11 to remember those who have fought and served our countries, I'd like to share this link. http://www.terry-kelly.com/pittance/pittance_en.htm# Yes, it's Canadian, but I think that the heart & lyrics apply to both countries. Read the text, then watch the video...well, that's a suggestion. Be forewarned--its poignant & I cry every time I watch this. Edited November 11, 2008 by Karin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Storm Bay Posted November 11, 2008 Author Share Posted November 11, 2008 Wow, this was buried in about half an hour. This is a worthwhile video, IMO. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Once Posted November 11, 2008 Share Posted November 11, 2008 Yep. It got me teary eyed too! Thank-you for sharing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Storm Bay Posted November 12, 2008 Author Share Posted November 12, 2008 Yep. It got me teary eyed too! Thank-you for sharing. You're welcome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Storm Bay Posted November 11, 2009 Author Share Posted November 11, 2009 I can no longer edit my original post, but this is timely again today. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BikeBookBread Posted November 11, 2009 Share Posted November 11, 2009 My Paternal Grandfather fought in WWI - he was very young, and my Dad was born to him when he was quite old, and I was born to older parents as well. I observe Vet's Day as a day of quiet remembrance and thankfulness. I have always bought a paper poppy from the wounded Vets selling them...fewer and fewer are seen every year. Let's not forget them! In Flanders Fields Lieutenant Colonel John McCrae, MD (1872-1918) Canadian Army In Flanders Fields the poppies blow Between the crosses row on row, That mark our place; and in the sky The larks, still bravely singing, fly Scarce heard amid the guns below. We are the Dead. Short days ago We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow, Loved and were loved, and now we lie In Flanders fields. Take up our quarrel with the foe: To you from failing hands we throw The torch; be yours to hold it high. If ye break faith with us who die We shall not sleep, though poppies grow In Flanders fields. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rose in BC Posted November 11, 2009 Share Posted November 11, 2009 Thanks for posting this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Storm Bay Posted November 11, 2009 Author Share Posted November 11, 2009 In Flanders Fields Lieutenant Colonel John McCrae, MD (1872-1918) Canadian Army In Flanders Fields the poppies blow Between the crosses row on row, That mark our place; and in the sky The larks, still bravely singing, fly Scarce heard amid the guns below. We are the Dead. Short days ago We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow, Loved and were loved, and now we lie In Flanders fields. Take up our quarrel with the foe: To you from failing hands we throw The torch; be yours to hold it high. If ye break faith with us who die We shall not sleep, though poppies grow In Flanders fields. Thank you so much for posting this poem; I'd forgotten about it. We always buy poppies when we see them as they sell them in the States as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sgilli3 Posted November 11, 2009 Share Posted November 11, 2009 It was also Remembrance Day in Australia and New Zealand ( along with many other nations). We observed the 2 minute silence at 11.00 am this morning, followed by reading In Flanders Fields. We even managed to buy some poppies this week! Lest We Forget. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Storm Bay Posted November 11, 2009 Author Share Posted November 11, 2009 It was also Remembrance Day in Australia and New Zealand ( along with many other nations). We observed the 2 minute silence at 11.00 am this morning, followed by reading In Flanders Fields. We even managed to buy some poppies this week! Lest We Forget. Thanks for reminding us; I'd forgotten all of that. Wasn't it originally called Armicist (sp) Day? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kate CA Posted November 11, 2009 Share Posted November 11, 2009 Thanks for remembering today. My dear grandfather served in WWII and we used to call him every Veteran's Day. I miss him. Thank you to all those who are serving or who are married to one who is. I appreciate it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sgilli3 Posted November 11, 2009 Share Posted November 11, 2009 Thanks for reminding us; I'd forgotten all of that. Wasn't it originally called Armicist (sp) Day? Yes, For us Australians ( and possibly New Zealanders), Remembrance Day used to be known as Armistice Day, and from what I have read, the name was changed after World War 2. I found this bit of info on the name change. The 11th of November was originally called Armistice Day, but was changed to Remembrance Day after World war II as a gesture to commemorate those who have died in all manner of war and conflict over the last century. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Storm Bay Posted November 11, 2009 Author Share Posted November 11, 2009 Yes, For us Australians ( and possibly New Zealanders), Remembrance Day used to be known as Armistice Day, and from what I have read, the name was changed after World War 2. I found this bit of info on the name change. The 11th of November was originally called Armistice Day, but was changed to Remembrance Day after World war II as a gesture to commemorate those who have died in all manner of war and conflict over the last century. Thanks; I was having a brain freeze on the word Armistice and knew I had it wrong. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sgilli3 Posted November 11, 2009 Share Posted November 11, 2009 If it makes you feel better, I had to look it up in the dictionary. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Storm Bay Posted November 11, 2009 Author Share Posted November 11, 2009 If it makes you feel better, I had to look it up in the dictionary. :D :D It does! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kimberly in IN Posted November 11, 2009 Share Posted November 11, 2009 Thank you for sharing this post again this year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daisy Posted November 11, 2009 Share Posted November 11, 2009 We are just back from our local Veteran's Day parade! I'm downloading pix right now. We had a wonderful turn out and great patriotism. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BikeBookBread Posted November 11, 2009 Share Posted November 11, 2009 We are just back from our local Veteran's Day parade! I'm downloading pix right now. We had a wonderful turn out and great patriotism. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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