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 |    My random thoughts and reactions to my everyday life. The voices like a forum. |
| I do not know quite what happened or when , but my hubby and I now qualify for seniors' discounts at some venues. This creates a quandary; in order to save money, but not face, we have to admit to our age. HMMMM..... We definitely do not consider ourselves to be old. In this day and age ,when people as a whole are living longer and healthier lives why are 'young seniors', those in their fifties, like moi, considered 'old'?? It's so true that age is just a perception! "Maturity" is very objective/subjective, and I object! Whew, a few years have skittered by since I composed this biography block. Those "fifties" are in the rear view mirror and they are distant, fond memories. Oh, I do not plan to stop writing any time soon. |
| BCOF November 11th prompt:Veteran's Day /Remembrance Day Today marks Remembrance Day here in Canada. It is celebrated with cenotaph and legion ceremonies. Some communities organize a parade featuring veterans, marching bagpipers and furling flags. Cadets form an honor guard and stand vigil at war memorials. Children are encouraged to compose poetry/stories and create art work. Many citizens don bright red poppies to show their respect for the armed forces. Do I know someone who served? My brother-in-law spent many years in the Canadian army, but never in a combat zone. He did spend some time in Germany. He is teased that he enlisted because his favourite TV program was Mash. Yes, he became a supply clerk like the characters Radar and Klinger. My Mother's father served in the Canadian Navy during WW II. We did not have the pleasure of knowing him. He survived his tour to start a new family. My maternal grandmother's father died serving in the British army during WW I. He achieved the rank of Sargeant, but would never return home. I respect and appreciate anyone who chooses to serve. Theirs is a life of sacrifice. |
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