We remember

It isn't every November day that reminds us of the past, but this one does.

It was originally called 'Armistice Day' to commemorate the armistice agreement that ended the First World War on Monday, November 11, 1918, at 11 a.m.—on the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month.

Then in 1931 it was renamed as 'Remembrance Day'. This is a day to honour and remember the men and women who have served, and continue to serve Canada during times of war, conflict and peace.

I don't personally know any such men or women, but today is a day to think about all of them anyhow.

On this day at 11AM I took a pause to remember the sacrifice and service that these men and women have provided.