Remember Them...

As I walked to work this week I saw the preparations along Whitehall and in Trafalgar Square for this weekends Armistice Day and Remembrance Day parades and I saw many veterans walking along proudly wearing their service medals.

I'm not able to take part in any of the parades or services today but I will still take time to remember the sacrifices and service of so many. Whatever the rights or wrongs of war the willingness and the sacrifices of those who answer the call to serve their country deserves to be recognised and honoured.

I take my hat off to my younger brother who is today on parade in Liverpool.

Lest We Forget

Today is Remembrance Sunday and so my post is in memory of all those who have given their lives , limbs and health in conflict to protect the freedoms that we enjoy.

The pictures today show the cascade of poppies on St George's Hall in Liverpool. It is a beautiful and moving sight and a fitting tribute.