Four things you should know about wearing a poppy for Remembrance Day

Source: CTV News, November 3, 2017  Every November, bright red poppies blossom on the left side of coats and shirts of Canadians across the country. The Royal Canadian Legion’s poppy donation trays are once again making their annual appearance, so Canadians can don the symbol of remembrance this month. Here are four things to know… Continue reading Four things you should know about wearing a poppy for Remembrance Day

Sonshine Kennels: With a Grateful Heart – We Remember

November comes quickly and so a time to remember our fallen and living heroes. Every day we must be very aware of the incalculable cost of our freedom and fight to maintain what was given to us as a trust. Stand up for what is right. Do not allow any agenda, any move, anyone, anything steal what we have in… Continue reading Sonshine Kennels: With a Grateful Heart – We Remember

Maggie Mae: Remember to Remember

In the days of our lives, we must Remember to Remember. November 11 marks the day set aside to focus on what our country means to us and the grave responsibility we have to protect it. Over the years, unbelievable sacrifice, dedication and total selfless giving by soldiers in battles during wars fought far away ensured our freedom and peace.… Continue reading Maggie Mae: Remember to Remember

Day of remembrance: Space Shuttle Challenger disaster

Because shuttle launches had become routine after 24 successful missions, those watching found the explosion difficult to believe until NASA confirmed the accident. January 28, 1986. On today’s date 30 years ago, the Space Shuttle Challenger (mission STS-51-L) exploded and broke apart 73 seconds into its flight, after an O-ring seal in its right solid… Continue reading Day of remembrance: Space Shuttle Challenger disaster