Tomorrow is Remembrance Day. What does that mean for Canadians? It means that we have the opportunity to publicly give thanks for the men and women who have sacrificed their lives for the good of this country. If you feel at all thankful to be able to live in a country that is free from tyranny, take a moment to remember those who have made Canada possible through their sacrifice in times of war. If you have got the day off from work, I implore you to take in one of the many Remembrance Day Services across Calgary or wherever you happen to live. Don't let this November 11 go by as just another day. Don't treat the day as just another day to sleep in, or to go shopping. Go out, find a veteran, and thank them. Shake their hand. They will appreciate it. Think about all that we enjoy in this nation. If you are grateful for what you own, for your family and your friends, for your job, your home, I would ask you one question: Are you willing to die to protect this country and all that it stands for? If you aren't, then you should be thanking those who have and those who continue to be willing to give that sacrifice. I'll list the times and locations of the ceremonies in Calgary at the end of this message. Last year, for the first time in a long time, I did not attend any Remembrance Day ceremonies. Last year on this day, November 10, I was getting married to the most beautiful, most wonderful woman I have every known. The next day we were leaving on our honeymoon. I felt blessed to have the woman of my dreams by my side, to be able to marry her in a ceremony before our family and friends, and before God, and to travel with her to enjoy our new life together. Last November 11, as I was on an airplane flying to Mexico, I thanked God for the people who had died to ensure Canada remained free so that I could enjoy my wedding day without fear, without worry. Today, Trisha and I celebrate one year of marriage. Tomorrow we will attend the Remembrance Day services at the Military Museums. If you would like to join us, we will be there around 9:30. Here is a list of the rest of the Remembrance Day ceremonies in Calgary: Central Memorial Park Cenotaph - 10:40am Jubilee Auditorium - 10:30am (Show up at 9:30 to get a seat) Gulf Canada Square (401-9 Ave. SW) - 10:45am) The Military Museums (Crowchild Trail) - 10:40am Calgary International Airport - 10:30am Wherever you find yourself at 11:00am tomorrow, stop for a moment and pause to reflect on the tremendous sacrifces made in the service of this country. This November 11 also marks the 90th anniversary of the end of World War I. If you have nothing to do, I would recommend going to see Paul Gross' movie "Passchendaele" to learn more about one of the most horrific battles Canadian soldiers ever fought and won. If you still aren't moved by the willingness our citizens have shown to protect this country, then watch this video. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S8gRx8tWJmI&eurl=http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=32636012150&ref=nf | 
