Ang's patch for me for last November was on remembering, and included poppies. I've added several paper poppies that I've accumulated overthe years, and the pin badges that were issued in 2014.
My two great uncles, my grandmother's younger brothers, both died in the Great War. At the time of course, it was never called the First World War; the idea that people would engage in such a slaughter again was inconceivable. What must my grandmother have thought, and all the others, who had gone through the Great War.
Pray for peace.
I buy the little brooches each year. I've got them on quite a few garments now.
ReplyDeleteI'd rather have the brooch than the paper poppy. It's awkward as the fabric on many modern coats and jackets is damaged by pinning something on it though.
DeleteSuch a sad DAY for too many families. Loved the Remembrance Concert last evening.
ReplyDeleteWe watched the Remembrance Concert too until it was our bedtime.
DeleteThe War to end all Wars . . . there will always be conflict, sadly.
ReplyDeleteYes. Tragic.
DeleteWe must never forget. Remembrance Day is marked here in Canada on the 11th of November, with services at the cenotaphs. We also marked it in church this morning. Red poppies are worn.
ReplyDeleteMost of the schools stop, or have a special assembly on the 11th. I think it is still remembered well here where people can.
DeleteLovely post. The poppies are wonderful.
ReplyDeleteThank you 😊
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