Eleven Eleven: Take Eleven

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Eleven Eleven: Please Take Eleven





What would it take to find eleven minutes on Remembrance Day to write to our troops?





I was inspired to create this message by a client's comments about a meeting at 11 am on November 11. She remarked that she's not about to go to the war memorial to stand in the rain... at which point, I suggested an afternoon appointment.





My thoughts were instantly transported to the women and men in our armed forces, who were exposed to extreme conditions, life-threatening circumstances, and who put themselves on the line for world peace.





Isn't it our responsibility to take a few moments of our own busy lives to remember their contributions to our quality of life in Canada? Could we do more than just pause for the sound of trumpets at 11 am?





Yes we can.

Morale By Message Board








Whether you choose a handwritten note, a few words on the message board, or the commitment to send cards for the holiday season, Tuesday the 11th is THE day to put your good intentions into action.






The men and women of the Canadian Forces have demonstrated time and again that they will rise to any challenge. Let your Canadian Forces members know you appreciate their service by sending a message using this monitored message board.





http://www.forces.gc.ca/site/Community/Messageboard/index_e.asp






Canada Post offers a FREE service for mail sent to our Troops at:


Any Canadian Forces Member,


PO Box 5058 Stn Forces Belleville ON K8N 5W6







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Buy official "Support Our Troops" merchandise: The only "Support Our Troops" merchandise sanctioned by the Canadian Forces, includes ball caps, t-shirts, car and fridge magnets, cling vinyl window decals, bracelets, lapel pins, and more. Order these and other items online at CANEX. All proceeds from the sales of CFPSA "Support Our Troops" items are reinvested directly into morale and welfare programs for CF members and their families.








What else can you and your family do on the 11th?





~ Invite a Veteran to dinner or visit & bring dessert


~ Click onto the message board


~ Send a card to the family of military personnel


~ Ask your children and grandchildren to make cards to send to Belleville's distribution centre (note the Christmas greeting deadline)


~ Send this blog to your family and friends & encourage them to use the links to send messages to our troops


~ Wear your poppies proudly








Most of all, appreciate.... Canada is a sweet spot...