To the 19-year-olds who can legally have a beer;
To the people who say “I’m sorry” when someone else steps on their toe;
To the store clerks with “monopoly money” in their register;
To the ones that say zed instead of zee;
To the parents who made sure their kids’ Halloween costumes could fit over their snowsuits;
To the international visitors who are now proud citizens;
To the companies that print their slogans in both English and French;
To the people who actually make cowboy hats, plaid flannel, and hip waders look good;
To the teachers who ensure u is found in words like favourite and honour;
To the man who marries the guy of his dreams;
To the outdoor adventurers who never get bored;
To the chefs that know how to wield an open flame – on their BBQ or camp fire;
To the kids who grew up with ice skates on their feet;
To the individuals with the ability to vote and worship freely;
To the farmers who grow food in fields or in backyards;
To the people who learned their history lessons through Heritage Minutes;
To the bar owner who keeps his establishment smoke free;
To the travelers who safely cross international borders with our flag on their bag;
To the friends that high-five and hug when they see each other;
To the double-double drinkers,
the touque wearers,
and the “eh” sayers;
Today is for you.
Happy Canada Day!
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2 comments
Anthea Song says:
July 1, 2010 at 9:43 am (UTC -7)
I wish there’s a ‘like’ button on blogs too!
Josie says:
July 1, 2011 at 9:23 am (UTC -7)
Thanks for this! Perfect for my first Canada Day celebration.