Remembrance Day

Yesterday was Remembrance Day in many countries, which is a memorial day observed in Commonwealth member states since the end of the First World War to remember the members of their armed forces who have died in the line of duty.

Here in Canada there was an issue of a TV host talking about immigrants not wearing a Poppy to remember and honor those who fought for our country and our way of life. And how immigrants should adapt to the country and its customs and traditions.

Though I agree with the idea, I don't agree with a divisive message. I do believe most of the people, wearing a Poppy or not, value those who fought for us. Even today when I see a soldier I can't think in other thing but their patriotism, and how they are willing to sacrifice their lives for us. And I'm thankful for that.

However, and this is the part that I don't agree with, is that the same as with religion, each and every one of us should be able to express themselves and to live their feelings in their own way. That is part of the freedom we cherish. That means that for some of us it might be a Poppy, and for us maybe it's saying thank you to the veterans. And for others might be shedding a tear when remembering about those lost lives. 

There is no one way of feeling. there is not one way of expressing gratitude. Believing that one owns the truth transforms us in one of those dictators those people who lost their lives fought against. They fought for freedom, in all its forms. 

And my last thought while reading about this whole issue was about how do we value the other people. The ones who fight in this world on a daily basis. And not just with guns, but those who fight impossible fights every day to make this planet a better place to live. Do we wear anything to recognize them? Do we value them? Do we say "thank you" enough? We should remember all of those who fight the fight. We should always try to be better to honor them.

Lest we forget.