Remembrance and Resilience

The countdown to November 11th always brings mixed emotions. Aside from it being a National Day of Remembrance, the date is also associated with two family birthdays. As a result the day can best be described as one of oscillating emotions.

Thanks to Peter and Ute Grahlmann

Most people know that November 11 marked the end of World War I in 1918, and the signing of armistice by Germany and the Entente between 5:12 and 5:20am. Most people are also aware that the poppy represents the flowers that grew on the blood soaked battlefields.

Thanks to the significance of this year, and the outpouring of photographs, we can now get an even better idea about the significance of the ‘11th hour, of the 11th day, of the 11th month’, for all involved.

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Gallipoli 1915 thanks Ellen Thompson

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Thanks to Australian Maritime Museum

Thanks to State Library Queensland

Thanks to Ellen Thompson



Open Kitchen thanks to Ellen Thompson

Thanks to WW1C

Washing uniforms thanks to Ellen Thompson

When the clock strikes 11am today, ponder for a moment about those who went before us, and those who are still putting their lives on the line on our behalf. Their steadfast reliance is an inspiration to us all … to keep going when life throws us the odd curveball or two.

It seems so little to just say … Thank You. Perhaps we can show our appreciation by getting on with our lives and making them the very best they can be. What do you think?

For anyone finding today difficult, there’s always help at https://www.lifeline.org.au




Thanks to Susan