This past week on Nov 11, 2012 Canada celebrated Remembrance Day. Being an Official bank holiday our Civil Service enjoyed a long weekend as Public figures took part in Remembrance Celebrations. Many other Canadians worked and were not extended the same benefit. Unfortunately for the many Canadians that perished, fighting for the rights and freedoms we all enjoy today, it seems that their sacrifices have become less relevant as the years and generation gap become wider. With all due respect to the Individuals that fought for Canada, a Nation that has become a pillar of freedom and opportunity for all, there were a few acts of stupidity that were outright shameful. In two separate incidents two young men in their late twenties or early thirties, stole the monies from counters that were selling Poppies. If this was an act of desperation to support a habit or a reflection of economic conditions it is a sad day to be Canadian. We must never condone this behaviour. Respect should be paramount toward not only the deceased but all living men and women. It just is common sense.   To reiterate thank you to the Spirit of the Brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifices for the benefit of our families. Especially thank you to the soul of Sgt. John Wayne Faught who died in action Jan. 16, 2010 in  Afghanistan. You will always be remembered and not forgotten.

Sincerely-Philip Magnoli, my friends call me Don Filippo- The FX Specialist $$$

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