They fought and some died for their homeland
They fought and some died, now it's our land...
Take two minutes, would you mind?
It's a pittance of time,
For the boys and the girls who went over.
In peace may they rest,
may we never forget why they died.
It's a pittance of time.
Lines above are from Terry Kelly's tribute song, "A Pittance of Time"
Thank you to the men and women who served--and who still serve.
A very moving tribute Jodi. I love the song. I posted a tribute for our American soliders as well.
ReplyDeleteA very nice tribute indeed, Jodi. We take so much for granted that it's nice to take a day to remember why we can, and to thank those who make it possible.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful tribute. I don't think anyone around here even noticed it was Veteran's Day. The kids around here were just excited to have a "Long Weekend." If only they knew what reverence this day deserves.
ReplyDeleteHi Jodi
ReplyDeleteIndeed very moving.
I lived in a garrison town called Bordon in Hampshire England where many Canadian troops were stationed in the war.
Many many units were stationed a few miles away in Aldershot, Headley and Bramshott.
I would regularly visit the old military sites and walk my dog and take a bit of time to ponder for a minute.
The old hospital site at Bramshott is where, sadly, many Canadian soldiers lost their lives to the Spanish Flu epidemic and are buried, many miles from home, in Bramshott churchyard.
I did a post with pictures on my French site http://www.perigordvacance.com - I certainly will never forget.
All the best
Phil
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