ANZAC Day is a very special
day to remember those who fought and sacrificed for our country so that we can
enjoy the freedom we have today. The cost of lives and the impact on families
was huge. We take time to pause and remember them.Each
year on Anzac Day, New Zealanders (and Australians) mark the
anniversary of the Gallipoli landings of 25 April 1915. On that day,
thousands of young men, far from their homes, stormed the beaches on
the Gallipoli Peninsula in what is now Turkey. Gallipoli
continues to be a focus, however, all wars and conflicts have become part of
the ANZAC remembrance of those who paid the price. Our Freedom is not free - it
comes with a heavy price. Let's use it for good and to lead full lives focused
on being kind.The first two weeks of distance learning has been an interesting
and rewarding journey together. Thank you for engaging in your learning the way
that you have. If you know you could do more, I would be happy to receive what
you send in - after all, we are going into Week 3 of Term 2!
Have a great weekend - be
kind, be safe, and be happy in your bubble!
In Flanders fields the poppies blow
ReplyDeleteBetween the crosses, row on row,
That mark our place; and in the sky
The larks, still bravely singing, fly
Scarce heard amid the guns below.
We are the Dead. Short days ago
We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow,
Loved and were loved, and now we lie
In Flanders fields.
Take up our quarrel with the foe:
To you from failing hands we throw
The torch; be yours to hold it high.
If ye break faith with us who die
We shall not sleep, though poppies grow
In Flanders fields.