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The Extraordinary Tourist ANZAC Day Wednesday, April 25, 2007 It would be remiss of me not to write a post about ANZAC day on April 25th. I would say that this day is about as patriotic as Australians get. Not even on Australia Day do we get this patriotic (in my opinion anyway). If you're not familiar with ANZAC day, it is an Australian (and probably a New Zealand) holiday to remember all our service men and women who fought in many wars. Specifically it starts with those that fought during World War One at ANZAC Cove in Turkey. Though I understand what ANZAC day is about and recognise its importance to Australia and its history, I've never yet attended a dawn service, watched a march of veterans or generally been involved in the spirit of the day. Perhaps that makes me un-Australian? Maybe. The paradox is that all those service men and women fought for my freedom. My right to choose. Which includes how I choose to spend this particular day. There is no law that says you must attend an ANZAC day service. To make such a law would be a joke. I do remember those from wars gone by. How can I not with all the media coverage this day receives? I am proud of what they achieved despite wishing that no one should ever have to go to war. ANZAC day is safe from being forgotten. Sometimes I think those who served would prefer less of a fuss but deep down I'm sure they appreciate it. Labels: observation, people, social 8:31 PM Comments: Post a Comment << Home Subscribe to my blog feed.     About TET I am South Australian Artist, 'TET' or 'The Extraordinary Tourist'. Read about things that interest me, particularly art, social commentary, humour and life observations. Please feel free to leave a comment by clicking the 'Comments' link at the bottom of each entry. I'm a creative person trying to make a living selling my art online. Visit my shop to find out if owning a print of my art is right for you. Watch for my ebay auctions of original artworks too! View my profile Related Links Recent Posts Brain Fart The Upsetting Machine Happiness is a warm EMO. Still in the Wrapper. The things you hear in public. Toddler Paparazzi If School were a Video Game. The 2007 Gawler Horse Festival. Watch Justin, live 24/7 Where to make money with Video. Blog Highlights. (Recommended reading.) Momentary pauses in cyberspace... 'Nothing' on a Grand Scale... More than 'Nothing'... The Black Dog with Fire eyes... "You are the Generation that bought more shoes..." I'll Pencil You in... Does it make bread? Kids today are smarter than their parents? Mental Poison Interview with an Artist's Model Blank Canvas Minimalism in Art "The Fear of God" Relationship on a Train The Lawnmower and I. Telling the Time at Dali's House Fantastic View for a wasted opportunity. Start her up and see how that sounds... Where to make money with Video. Toddler Paparazzi The things you hear in public. Copyright Laws - Time to Evolve! Read My Aussie Travel Blog. (Posts in reverse order.) Gawler SA to Perth WA Road Trip 2007.

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