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Post by Blonde Donkey on Nov 11, 2009 17:51:38 GMT
Who observed the silence??
The whole of the sixth form went completely silent as did most of the town and the local radio also went silent.
I think for what those people gave us two minutes is nothing.
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Post by duckles on Nov 11, 2009 19:31:06 GMT
I think it is wonderful that people still remember those who died in the wars- I like seeing people wearing the poppies as well although it is sad.
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Post by spotti on Nov 12, 2009 9:22:44 GMT
I did! And no, 2 minutes is nothing in comparison to lots of peoples lives. It's a bit eerie though isn't it when the entire city goes silent (buses stop, radios go quiet etc) for 2 minutes... I've gained a new respect for the whole Remembrance Day thing because my OH wants to join the RAF and it could well be him I'm remembering one day...its a sad thought but they do an amazing job that is well worth the 2 minutes of our time we spend remembering those who fought for us to be as we are today  |
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Post by mossh on Nov 12, 2009 13:42:00 GMT
I remember.
Mum has lost some people who were in the forces. She was also in Isreal when there were some pretty heavy bombings and she lost some friends too.
I remember because I very nearly joined the army at 16. Well actually the army kept trying to make me join! but thats a different story altogether!
2 minutes is nothing compared to what they give for us
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Post by racaille on Nov 19, 2009 18:15:08 GMT
It's different here although Nov 11 is a bank holiday and there are memorial ceremonies in every village. But it's a touchy subject. One of my neighbours is a resistance hero - really - but not everyone had the same convictions, although the resistance was quite strong around here.
There is a memorial at the bottom of the village that pays homage to local lads who were 'murdered' (their word not mine) by the Germans. It is on the lane to a huge and luxurious campsite and I often wonder what German tourists make of it ...........
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Post by florence on Nov 19, 2009 21:50:30 GMT
We all observed the silence at work. I find it very humbling when I think of the sacrifices that made my life what it is today. I will always support our armed forces.
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Post by daviedevs on Nov 20, 2009 7:28:30 GMT
I lost a couple of good friends when i was in the forces (Falklands war).
I always wear a poppy with pride and always go silent...though knowing the 2 friends i lost i always think they would appreciate 2 minutes of clapping and cheering rather than the silence.
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