This is why I will always buy a poppy... - Page 2

crgwood42 · 30-10-2008, 12:01

As one of the old ones who go on parade every year must admit that we are getting fewer but it gives me heart when you see people standing there paying there respects as you march to the war memorial.

Russ · 30-10-2008, 12:06

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Originally Posted by crgwood42

As one of the old ones who go on parade every year must admit that we are getting fewer but it gives me heart when you see people standing there paying there respects as you march to the war memorial.

You're ex-forces?

crgwood42 · 30-10-2008, 12:10

Russ B

Ex-Royal Air Force

Russ · 30-10-2008, 12:17

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Originally Posted by crgwood42

Russ B

Ex-Royal Air Force

Thank you for being there to defend our country.

Halcyon · 30-10-2008, 20:42

Thanks for reminding me. I have still not bought one as yet this year. I will get one tomorrow.

Thanks to all those that fought for our country - True heroes.

tweetypie/8 · 31-10-2008, 12:39

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Originally Posted by TheNorm

Same here. One of the comments sums it up for me:

have to agree.

Sirius · 31-10-2008, 14:20

I always buy one.

It reminds me of those that gave there lives and continue to give there lives for our freedom.

May they rest in peace.

Caff · 31-10-2008, 14:52

Mebbe - just before the 11th of the 11th of the 11th - we could post a referrence of who we're especially focussing on?

tosh mate · 31-10-2008, 15:07

I have my Poppy and wear it with Pride......

but each Remebrance Day apart from those lost in battles
I Remember those closer to me...and spend time by my grans grave.....

this year this special day also falls on my birthday....

piggy · 31-10-2008, 15:23

i always buy one have done since junior school, i fell it would be disrespectfull not to.

Arthurgray50@blu · 01-11-2008, 20:33

This is by far the best thread, that l have read on this forum, the sad thing is, that if you go to the local church on the day, or memorial, there are still some berks, who don't realise what day it is, and keep on driving, and don't give a damn, WE must remember the fallen, who gave there lifes for our freedom that we take for granted today, and also today, the guys and lasses, who still fight for our country and for the freedom of others, who cannot defend themself, buy a poppy today, and donate what you can afford, every penny counts.

Hom3r · 01-11-2008, 20:54

One note the Green leaf should be positioned at the 11 o'clock position

Dai · 01-11-2008, 20:58

My son-in-law in 2 Para, just back alive and unhurt from Afghanistan.
My Dad that flew Mosquitos and survived.
My Grandpa that came home from the Somme.

We've been lucky. So many gave more.I'll always remember and give what I can.

Osem · 01-11-2008, 21:02

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Originally Posted by DaiNasty

My son-in-law in 2 Para, just back alive and unhurt from Afghanistan.
My Dad that flew Mosquitos and survived.
My Grandpa that came home from the Somme.

We've been lucky. So many gave more.I'll always remember and give what I can.

to them all !!!

Watched a documentary about some of the Royal Anglian Regiment's exploits in Helmand earlier this evening. Very moving indeed!

01-11-2008, 21:06

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Originally Posted by Arthurgray50@blu

This is by far the best thread, that l have read on this forum, the sad thing is, that if you go to the local church on the day, or memorial, there are still some berks, who don't realise what day it is, and keep on driving, and don't give a damn, WE must remember the fallen, who gave there lifes for our freedom that we take for granted today, and also today, the guys and lasses, who still fight for our country and for the freedom of others, who cannot defend themself, buy a poppy today, and donate what you can afford, every penny counts.

My town of birth has held on march at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month every year since 1921