Dear Editor:
I enjoyed the column entitled “Make Time” by Kelly Waterhouse, (Nov. 7). When I read this column, the statement that stood out to me was “My country. Your country. Our towns.” It made me realize that, although we are proud of our Canadian freedom, we often forget the sacrifices made to gain that freedom.
Freedom is what we as Canadians have always had and I think it is extremely important to really reflect on how blessed we are as a country.
The “We Will Remember Them” display featured at the Wellington County Museum is a moving sight and is a good way to quietly remember, but so many people, especially young people don’t often hear about these displays. It is so important that young people honour the fallen soldiers too, so the display should be made well-known to all generations. Students should take the time to go to the cenotaph on Remembrance Day and contemplate on past sacrifices.
In order to realize how fortunate we are, we have to do more than subconsciously wear a poppy. As a generation based on technology, it is essential that we spend time away from technology to reflect on how privileged we are to live in Canada.
It is important to honour the fallen soldiers, especially of our home, and create remembrance traditions that will continue through future generations no matter how important other things become in our lives.
Kerissa Penninga,
Elora