We went to the dawn service at Alma, Otago yesterday (we overheard two gentlemen say, it was the largest gathering there, since 1960s.) It was incredibly moving. And after the last couple of years, it felt like a real privilege to attend.
Last night we watched the live feed from Turkey, then visited the memorial at the Timaru Botanic Gardens this morning... It felt really important and special to be able to give thanks and remember. Particularly with my Dutch heritage, knowing what my family endured, what people from all over the world endured, and the international effort to fight for freedom. Today, war somehow still ravishes and ruins. It's hard to comprehend after all the loss that it can still happen. For me, one small step to peace, is helping our youth be curious, view the past with their own lens, to make better choices for their future. Lest we forget...
