I do like taking photos of war memorials throughout New Zealand on our travels. This one is in Burwood, Christchurch and it says "In memory of the Burwood boys who fell in the great war of 1914 - 1918" and nearer the bottom also says "In memory of the Burwood boys who laid down their lives in World War II 1938 - 1945".
This memorial was unveiled by Colonel R. Young on 5th September 1921.
Yesterday was Mother's day so I had a chat to my mum who lives up in the upper north island. My oldest flicked me a text and the other 2 bought me a chocolate brownie. I do think it's just another day though, if you can't appreciate people throughout the year whats the point?
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11 comments:
I agree. A kiss and a hug, a phone call, a message keeps us in touch all through the year. We don't need one day to show love and appreciation. We are all busy these days so it was a message sent yesterday morning and every morning
A thoughtful stop at the Burwood war memorial honors the past beautifully, and your Mother's Day sounds quietly sweet—you're so right that appreciation should be year-round, not just on one designated day.
A picturesque site for the memorial.
Nice spot for such a stately monument.
I have been busy lately with World War II monuments in connection with 80 years of freedom.
A nice panacee for life.
I like your thoughts on Mother's Day. Moms should be appreciated all year long.
The war memorial is a nice tribute to all who gave their lives.
I need to come 'home' for another visit but my hubby is not keen on driving over the hill from Christchurch. Perhaps I can talk him into doing it from the south.
I agree with your last comment but Mothering Sunday's origin is far more complex.
...I'm with you Amy, but I'd love to find some peace memorials too!
"Great" in German is "großartig", like "wonderful", always irritating to read "great war". I sure missed my Mum. And I agree, it´s just another day, I miss her often...
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