Thoughtful Reflections on Faith and Life
Ted Barris is known for his interviews of veterans, particularly Canadian veterans. Usually this is organized around a specific battle or campaign, using those interviews to fill in the details left from the official documents. Breaking the Silence is also based on interviews but used in a different way. In this book, Barris gathers interviews … Read More “Breaking the Silence” »
As I write this, it is not only Remembrance Day, it is also the 100th anniversary of the armistice that began the end of World War One. This make me think of the veterans that have served over the years and how much I respect them. Many men and women lost their lives in various … Read More “Good News: Thankful For Our Veterans” »
I find Remembrance Day to be one of the most moving times of the year. It has had an impact on me ever since I was a child and stood at a cenotaph and watched wreathes being laid. One of the things I have noticed is that we tend to emphasize veterans of the Second … Read More “Don’t Forget the Afghanistan Veterans” »
We have a service dog for our son with autism. We have seen tremendous emotional benefit for our son (which was not the original purpose). This is now available for veterans who are suffering from PTSD. PTSD is a real problem among Afghan vets and they need all the help they can get. I can’t … Read More “Animal Therapy for Veterans with PTSD” »
