Thought for Today ~

Army doctor, John McCrae from Guelph, Ontario, wrote the beautiful poem In Flanders Fields, honouring the many who did not return home from the First World War. Wild poppies sprang up in the muddy fields where they fought and fell.

Today, the poppy remains a symbol of support for our war veterans. The Royal Canadian Legion distributes a lapel-poppy to be worn over our hearts. The proceeds help veterans and their families.

(For larger image of poppies, click on photo.)