#Field of Remembrance

[thepastisalreadywritten]

Today, we will open the Field of Remembrance outside in the grounds of Westminster Abbey.

Now in its 95th year, the Field is a poignant tribute to the fallen of the First and Second World Wars and more recent conflicts.

The opening of the Field has marked the start of the nation’s Remembrance commemorations since 1928, when the Poppy Factory brought a tray of poppies and a collecting tin to the grounds of St Margaret's Church.

9 November 2023

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You can’t go back in time, but you can return to the scenes of a love, of a crime, of happiness, and of a fatal decision; the places are what remain, are what you can possess, are what is immortal. They become the tangible landscape of memory, the places that made you, and in some way you too become them. They are what you can possess and what in the end possesses you.

Rebecca Solnit, from "The Blue of Distance (III)", A Field Guide to 'Getting Lost

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poppies

In Flanders Fields the poppies grow

Between 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.

In Flanders Fields by John McCrae

I have always found the excerpt above, and the rest of the poem that comes after it to be pleasant to the ear, sweetly melancholic and, to be honest, more than a little creepy once you hit the threat at the end. The mental image of mostly desiccated World War I soldiers clawing their way out of the upturned soil, spilling flecks of half rotted uniform and red flowers from their bodies as they drag themselves forward after me just because I don't feel like holding a grudge against another country for a war nobody really should have been in in the first place isn't exactly what I suspect Lt. Col. McCrae was going for but its sure the picture he painted in my mind. Not cool, John. Not cool.

In other news, the poem did help make the poppy a popular symbol for war veterans that died in battle, especially overseas. These days red paper poppies are worn in jacket lapels and sold on street corners in multiple Western countries during Remembrance Day, Anzac Day and Memorial Day. Today that's pretty much the only association most of us have with the flowers but for the soldiers that lived during that time, the red corn poppies were a familiar sight, being some of the first and hardiest plants to grow in the churned up soil around trenches, the morass of no-mans-land between and yes, the freshly dug graves that grew almost as quickly as the poppies themselves across the battlefields.

Poppies were associated with the dead long before WWI however.

Hey, August babies! Let's talk about one of your birth month flowers (and keeping corpses in their graves)!

Did you know that poppies have been found in graves and carved on tombstones all the way back to Roman times? The Greeks and the Romans associated the poppy with forgetfulness and sleep. Giving the dead poppies was supposed to help them sleep in peace, though I did see one article speculating that the poppy seeds found in some graves was more akin to the old legend that the undead have obsessive-compulsive disorder and will be compelled to stop whatever they are doing to count scattered small items like seeds.

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Who knew Sesame Street was so in touch with its darker side?

Back to the point, the Greek gods Hypnos (sleep), Thanatos (death), Nyx (night) and Morpheus (dreams) all have poppies as their flowers. Pappa means 'milk' in latin and the milky sap as well as the seeds of poppies have been used since ancient times to grant forgetfulness, peace and sleep, tracing as far back as the early Egyptian empires. Multiple opioids are made from the poppy with some of the most famous being opium, heroin, codeine and morphine, named after Morpheus for its dreamlike effect on the human brain and body. The opioid crisis has been with us since at least Victorian times and for many of the same modern reasons back then as well.

Speaking of escape from pain, Demeter, the goddess of agriculture, is associated with poppies as well. It was said that after Persephone was kidnapped by Hades, Demeter was so distraught that the gods gave her poppy seeds to help her sleep and escape her grief for a time. Afterward, the flower would spring up wherever her footsteps fell. The ancient Assyrians also associated poppies with agriculture and in fact, even today, poppies seen growing in cornfields are considered lucky and a sign of a good harvest to come.

Poppies in China are also considered lucky, or at least the smell of them is and they are a melancholic symbol between lovers too. The story I read claims that the poppies growing on his lover's grave gave a Chinese hero the inspiration he needed in battle.

The Wonderful Wizard of Oz employed a poppy field to put its heroes to sleep.

Poppies should only ever be given in bouquet of thirteen. Any other number of poppies is considered unlucky.

Greek athletes would mix poppy seeds, wine and honey for an invigoration drink.

In Wales, sleeping with poppy seeds under your pillow will show you the face of your future lover or give you the answer to whatever question you were thinking of when you fell asleep. The seeds are a ward against forgetfulness.

[vox-anglosphere]

' ..and from the ground there blossoms red, life that shall endless be. '

[fullscoreshenanigans]

You know I think about Ray and Isabella relationship and i just think…

What could have she do? She couldn't save him. He was a boy, he didn't have a chance to escape death as Emma. He was smart so he could live until 12 years old but she couldn't give him more time.

His choice to reveals himself was incredibly risky. She was already deeply attached to him, but she managed to keep her facade after few second of absolute horror at the realisation that her former mum gave her... her how own child to raise to slaugher. Not only that but he revealed that he knows the truth of the orphenage.

Any other mother would have shipp him immediately. But Isabella didn't. Maybe because it was HER son, maybe because she didn't want to shipp a child before it was "time" for them (and because Ray was so smart…). After all, the manga shows that she is determined to make her children as smart that possible so they would have as much time that possible. Even if she couldn't save anyone. Because she couldn't do anything. She could just love them as much that possible and help them to survive as long that possible. She couldn't have them, except few girls, maybe. Has She refused, she would have been the one to be shipped and another mum would have take over and i doubt that Ray would have been able to make a deal with this new one.

Or maybe the deal gaves her a good excuse to NOT shipp him. Maybe because she truly cared, or maybe also because it was beneficial for her. (i'm not sure that she would have make the deal with another child)

But those 6 years after the revelation have been hard for her, she tried to keep her distance, to not love him but failed because like she says when she died "i love you so much". She TRIED to not love him, to not getting too attached, but failed (after all she keeps memories of all the kids that she has shipped because she loved them). It must have been exhausting for her even if she didn't have to fake with him. maybe except the fact that she still loved him.

But what if she had reacted differently? We sees in Ray one-shot that Ray hoped that she was their ally. He was desesperate to know/learnthat she had no choice, that she was on their side, as much prisoner than them, but she didn't answer like he hoped.

But what if she had been honest "I didn't want to die Ray" It's difference of "I wanted to survive as long than possible". Because Ray didn't want to die neither, he understands that feeling.

But then It would have been 6 exhausting years. both know, both care for each other and KNOW about the…deadline for Ray.

If they had planned the escape together?

Well Isabelle had still to shipp kids. Or she would be killed and replaced and the new one wouldn't be on their side. Ray would understand, he would know that there are no other choice for her than obey. That anything could ruin the plan that they create together. But it would still hurt a lot.

I don't know how Isabella would act in the "6 first volumes" before the escape. would she act the same (except with Ray) out of act because she doesn't want the headquarter to be suspicious? ('I'm sure that the mothers are monitored a lot to be sure that they don't do anything strange)

Loving each other would have give Ray maayybbe more fears and anxiety. Because all depent of if Isabella would tell him about the chip. If she tells him, then he knows that she will be unable to run away with them. And this escape would mean death for her. The guilt, the anxiety and he would be so bitter after the escape. He would NEVER forgive to the Ratri Clan and would be a lot bitter toward demons. (for being fair it's not Isabella who shipped Norman, it's Peter and the queen who wanted to send him to lambda to not give him to the demon god). Or maybe he would try to create a device for the ship like he did one for the tracker? But would fail because it's too difficult seen where the chip is. If she don't tell him. Ho boy. Realizing it the day of the escape would absolutly destroy him. At least he would't try to burn himself in this universe?

(in this universe, Isabella can't die, ok XD)

Not sure if you sent this ask a while back, but I'll plagiarize myself from there because the sentiment hasn't changed for this topic:

Yeeeeesss I repeatedly come back to how utterly fraught Isabella and Ray’s relationship is because it’s one of the things that lingered with me the most after binging S1 and still does, even almost two years later. She’s one of greyest characters in the series when it comes to the morality behind her actions and motives, and I always think it’s interesting how different people interpret them.

And with the amount of focus it gets in fandom it's clear a lot of people share it lol (and, while obviously not representative of the fandom in its entirety for a multitude of reasons, probably contributes to why she led this poll by a significant margin.)

Or maybe the deal gaves her a good excuse to NOT ship him. Maybe because she truly cared, or maybe also because it was beneficial for her. (i'm not sure that she would have make the deal with another child)

While there’s an entire additional dimension to the relationship in Ray being the child to make the deal with her, she’d probably make a deal with any child if the benefits outweighed the risks, assuming the child approached her in the same manner (alone in private as opposed to hinting at something in front of other children), they seemed capable of keeping the secret and were willing to do so, and their test scores were high enough that they were going to be around until their twelfth birthday anyway so she wouldn’t have to resort to anything suspicious to protect them from early selection. (I’m personally inclined to include “breaking up the monotony that is dedicating almost all your time to raising young children in near-complete isolation with minimal interaction with other adults” as a benefit. Not the main deciding one because her bottom line is always how to maintain her position and product quality, but a huge bonus.) She could easily fall back on them having tremendous potential. Not to the same level as Norman, and maybe not even to the same level as Emma and Ray, but at minimum around Don’s, Gilda’s, or Phil’s.

His choice to reveal himself was incredibly risky. She was already deeply attached to him, but she managed to keep her facade after few second of absolute horror at the realisation that her former mum gave her... her own child to raise to slaughter. Not only that but he revealed that he knows the truth of the orphanage.Any other mother would have shipp him immediately. But Isabella didn't. Maybe because it was HER son, maybe because she didn't want to ship a child before it was "time" for them (and because Ray was so smart…). After all, the manga shows that she is determined to make her children as smart that possible so they would have as much time that possible. Even if she couldn't save anyone. Because she couldn't do anything. She could just love them as much that possible and help them to survive as long that possible. She couldn't have them, except few girls, maybe. Has She refused, she would have been the one to be shipped and another mum would have take over and i doubt that Ray would have been able to make a deal with this new one.

It’s interesting to me when people frame her rationalization like this, not because I disagree with it, but because of how often characters in this series will lie to themselves as a means of self-protection in order to keep operating in the way they are, it feels like a half-truth.

(TPN Exhibition Interview December 2020)

Shirai himself considers Isabella “a poor person,” not solely in the sense of her situation being pitiable (because it is), but also in the presentation of her motives to herself as selfless for so long before Ray prompted her to confess her more selfish ones in what’s probably the only moment of complete honesty he ever had with her at Grace Field.

(TPN Light Novel 2: Moms’ Song of Remembrance - “The Starry Sky and Leslie’s List”)

Especially when at one point she was vehemently against the thought of framing the way the Moms operated as true love.

It’s left up to the audience to decide how selfish those motives actually are given the circumstances she finds herself in. If it’s negligible because what could she genuinely do on her own, combined with not wanting to die being a natural human desire; if they’re more tolerable if she doesn’t discount her own desire to avoid death as just as powerful of a motivator or pretend she’s being entirely noble in what she does; if that doesn’t matter because she’s still repeatedly making the decision that her life is worth extending more than the children she puts up for slaughter or that her children’s test scores are what’s most indicative of her being more qualified than the other Moms.

For me, the sticking point is always her treatment of Ray and how she called him a dog directly to his face.

(S1 Episode 8)

There’s some delight in throwing him off balance, in reminding him of the power she has over him, especially when even if he knew she did eventually intend to ship him out when he turned twelve (because he wouldn’t let himself dare hope she had changed her mind since their meeting at the wall when it was so devastating to see her unable to tell him she can’t kill him.)

(Chapter 181.1)

He was still so confident she wouldn’t abandon him in the way that she does, his declaration to Norman earlier in chapter 14/episode 5 one of genuine belief rather than a false front.

(Ignoring how horrific it is he’s expressing his value to her as one of her finest products in conjunction with his anguished declaration of humanity on the eve of his next birthday.)

(S1 Episode 8)

The way she smiles at his futile attempt to slow her down during the attempted wall inspection, seeing him lose at their battle of masks as he lunges at her in desperation while she still maintains control of the situation.

(S1 Episode 10)

Or when he’s languishing in the library, distraught after Norman is shipped out (which is stated to be part of an act, but only in that he hadn’t abandoned his plan entirely; the mourning is real).

You could argue that she’s expressing contentment at how the system can remain intact so the other Grace Field children are still able to live ignorant and blissful lives until their shipment dates, that her five oldest children haven’t ruined that for them, but given how it’s Ray specifically in this scene she’s looking at before turning away, I’m inclined to disagree, or at least that it’s solely a selfless (if warped) stance.

Those smiles are only for herself.

To quote myself in another post:

I continue to debate how much of her maintaining her deal with Ray was strictly for pragmatic reasons and how much was due to wanting to keep him close out of some painfully complicated mess of emotions that was constantly oscillating between a tainted affection and spiteful hatred. Any time she would find herself falling into the former, forgetting the circumstances of their relationship, him being the living, breathing reminder of one of the worst things HQ forced her to endure would resurface and how they chose to put him in her plant as if to silently mock her and unknowingly rub in how pitiful the life of a Mom would always be under this system. To openly love him would be one step further in giving in than she’d already done by accepting the Mom position and loving all the other cattle children she raised for slaughter, and she hated to give that much more of herself than she already had when she wasn’t aware of his origins. So she would dutifully do what was tasked of her, but on her terms, as petty as they were. Deep down, she probably knew the significance of this would largely go unrealized by those she intended to get back at, and yet when one is forced to live such a routine, mundane life under the thumb of such a system, knowing there are humans out there who live lives freely without having to make any similar sacrifices, it eats at a person. So she took it out on the only other person in the house who had an inkling of the true hell they lived in. Never directly in the form of physical abuse or boorish spoken threats because the former would be counterproductive and the latter lacked the perceived elegance she’d cultivated about herself, but in the form of emotional neglect by withholding affection and regularly keeping him off-kilter with the choice of words she did use. Not constantly, because him being perpetually fearful would render his services useless, but enough to keep him on his toes while still lulling him into some semblance of security to explain his confidence in his exchange with Norman when it’s revealed he’s the traitor.

I do believe that she loved him, but during their time at Grace Field together there was also a part of her that saw loving him as an act of further giving into the demons after how much they’d already demeaned her. A constant balance of some part of her wanting to keep him close yet not being able to bear it, always maintaining a distance and a professional, clinical air about their arrangement.

And I do agree Ray likely wouldn’t have been able to make a deal with another Mom. He was lucky he ended up with Isabella, not because of their biological connection, but her priorities.

(Chapter 22)

But those 6 years after the revelation have been hard for her, she tried to keep her distance, to not love him but failed because like she says when she died "i love you so much". She TRIED to not love him, to not getting too attached, but failed (after all she keeps memories of all the kids that she has shipped because she loved them). It must have been exhausting for her even if she didn't have to fake with him. maybe except the fact that she still loved him.

What’s ironic is the one memento that survived Grace Field and made its way to her was the only one she didn’t give to a child herself.

(Chapter 181.3)

Somehow his note made its way to her, and she kept it safe, even considered it a treasure.

While still under the oppressive air of headquarters, she had a bit more freedom as Grandma. Combined with the thought of “distance makes the heart grow fonder,” I believe the pain she associated with Ray lessened as she reflected on her mistreatment of him. Maybe now she could admit to herself she did love him without it being followed by an ache in her heart.

(Chapter 174)

She had made peace with the idea of him never forgiving her for the cruelty she inflicted on him and shipping off so many children over the years and is genuinely shocked when he tells her to expedite her self-pitying so they can get a move on to the human world. I don’t think he completely forgave her either because that kind of trauma etches itself deep into one’s bones and psyche, but he could recognize the suffering she endured under the farm system, and for the sake of everyone else present, he was willing to make an attempt.

(Chapter 177)

“I couldn’t dote on you” meaning not that she physically couldn’t, but that she couldn’t mentally dissociate him from her own trauma and that’s what led to her perpetuating the cycle and reinforcing this distance between them.

For his part, he mourns the loss of what could have been. How, in another life, they could have had a normal, loving mother-son relationship. Something that as much as he might try to deny it after everything with how foolish it could sound, was something he wished for deep in his heart. How now any opportunity at mending their actual relationship, of her making a long-term, concerted effort to repair it was gone. How he was left to pick up the pieces.

If they had planned the escape together? Well Isabelle had still to ship kids. Or she would be killed and replaced and the new one wouldn't be on their side. Ray would understand, he would know that there are no other choice for her than obey. That anything could ruin the plan that they create together. But it would still hurt a lot.

I agree that he would understand while also accepting the ire his siblings may have for him or her.

(S1 Episode 5)

Like he does in canon when he’s shocked at how perceptive Emma is regarding his experiments on the tracking devices but makes no attempt at an excuse or justification for it, or when he’s willing to poison his relationship with Emma and Norman and cause them to push him away if it meant they’d live beyond their twelfth birthdays.

I feel like Don would take Conny’s death worse if he knew Ray was working with Isabella in a more relaxed context. Even with the knowledge of the regular bimonthly shipments that need to occur in order to avoid suspicion, and even afterward feeling awful about thinking of sacrificing one sibling for another, a part of him might have wished for Ray to have some influence that would have spared her.

In a similar vein, I think the kids would be even more livid over Norman being shipped out, assuming Isabella still doesn’t tell them he’s not actually dead. Maybe. He’s at least alive when he leaves, but maybe if she knows anything about Lambda she figures he’s essentially received a death sentence that’s staved off for a bit. Still, it would probably feel like a betrayal.

I don't know how Isabella would act in the "6 first volumes" before the escape. would she act the same (except with Ray) out of act because she doesn't want the headquarter to be suspicious? ('I'm sure that the mothers are monitored a lot to be sure that they don't do anything strange)

Beyond ensuring regular shipments go out and a decent variety of test scores are maintained, I don’t think Moms are monitored any more closely than the way the Moms monitor the kids in their plants with the crude trackers. There’s an awareness of the general going-ons of the plants without the specifics via the daily reports, and if they need to know their exact location on the plant they can look it up, but the assumption is that if you’ve made it to the Mom position you’ve fully bought into the farm system and believe there is no better option for you or the children in your charge.

(TPN Light Novel 2: Moms’ Song of Remembrance - “Searching for the Skies of Freedom”)

Headquarters sowed seeds of distrust even further with the culling of Sister candidates and how some skills were only taught to Sisters who retrained if they couldn’t secure a position at one of the plants. The better to keep them stratified and make it more difficult to dismantle the system (because the electronic chips next to their hearts wasn’t enough lol)

(Chapter 23)

But even in light of all that, as a full scorer who became the youngest Mom in Grace Field’s history, Isabella had Sarah’s favor long before Krone arrived. She was willing to look the other way when Krone presented her with Ray’s note as evidence the five eldest children knew the secret, and we never hear of any issues arising from the rewards Isabella acquires for Ray.

So they’re monitored, but a lot of it is self-monitoring.

Loving each other would have give Ray maayybbe more fears and anxiety. Because all depent of if Isabella would tell him about the chip. If she tells him, then he knows that she will be unable to run away with them. And this escape would mean death for her. The guilt, the anxiety and he would be so bitter after the escape. He would NEVER forgive to the Ratri Clan and would be a lot bitter toward demons. (for being fair it's not Isabella who shipped Norman, it's Peter and the queen who wanted to send him to Lambda to not give him to the demon god). Or maybe he would try to create a device for the chip like he did one for the tracker? But would fail because it's too difficult seen where the chip is. If she don't tell him. Ho boy. Realizing it the day of the escape would absolutely destroy him. At least he wouldn’t try to burn himself in this universe?

Even if she explains the existence of Lambda to the kids, I still feel Norman’s shipment would be a sticking point for them, either knowing what he was going to go through or because of the uncertainty of what he would have to endure. Like there was something she didn’t try, even if it wasn’t true. That would be a dramatic time to drop the knowledge about the electronic chips though as part of an explanation for why the escape date can’t be bumped up, if she didn’t tell them before.

(in this universe, Isabella can't die, ok XD)

I am also anti Isabella dying after how rushed her reconciliation and death were in canon lol

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“They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old: Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning, we will remember them.”

[The Scottish Banner]

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Remembrance Day

Remembrance Day (sometimes known informally as Poppy Day) is a memorial day observed in Commonwealth of Nations member states since the end of the First World War to remember the members of their armed forces who have died in the line of duty. Following a tradition inaugurated by King George V in 1919, the day is also marked by war remembrances in many non-Commonwealth countries. Remembrance Day is observed on 11 November in most countries to recall the end of hostilities of World War I on that date in 1918. Hostilities formally ended “at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month”, in accordance with the armistice signed by representatives of Germany and the Entente between 5:12 and 5:20 that morning. (“At the 11th hour” refers to the passing of the 11th hour, or 11:00 am.) The First World War officially ended with the signing of the Treaty of Versailles on 28 June 1919.

The memorial evolved out of Armistice Day, which continues to be marked on the same date. The initial Armistice Day was observed at Buckingham Palace, commencing with King George V hosting a “Banquet in Honour of the President of the French Republic” during the evening hours of 10 November 1919. The first official Armistice Day was subsequently held on the grounds of Buckingham Palace the following morning.

The red remembrance poppy has become a familiar emblem of Remembrance Day due to the poem “In Flanders Fields” written by Canadian physician Lieutenant-Colonel John McCrae. After reading the poem, Moina Michael, a professor at the University of Georgia, wrote the poem, “We Shall Keep the Faith,” and swore to wear a red poppy on the anniversary. The custom spread to Europe and the countries of the British Empire and Commonwealth within three years. Madame Anne E. Guerin tirelessly promoted the practice in Europe and the British Empire. In the UK Major George Howson fostered the cause with the support of General Haig. Poppies were worn for the first time at the 1921 anniversary ceremony. At first real poppies were worn. These poppies bloomed across some of the worst battlefields of Flanders in World War I; their brilliant red colour became a symbol for the blood spilled in the war.

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been getting back into mother 3 after All That and every time i see the sunflower field im like. whoa. that's so neat. i am Not overthinking it !

[thepastisalreadywritten]

Since its emergence as a symbol of Remembrance after the First World War, poppies have taken on various shapes and sizes.

From handmade silk and cotton poppies to wartime poppies, 2023 sees the biggest change in the poppy’s design for a generation.

Made entirely from paper, the new plastic-free poppy is available alongside stock of the existing poppy to reduce waste and can be recycled in ordinary paper recycling collections.

As we approach Remembrance Sunday, please wear a poppy to show the Armed Forces community you care and help us raise vital funds to support Serving personnel, veterans, and their families all year round.

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Remembrance Day: Honouring the Sacrifice and Resilience of Heroes

Shaina Tranquilino

November 11, 2023

As we approach November 11th, our hearts collectively turn to pay tribute to those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their country. Remembrance Day is an occasion that allows us to reflect upon the valour, resilience, and unwavering spirit exhibited by countless heroes throughout history. On this solemn day, let us come together as a nation to remember these extraordinary men and women and express our gratitude for their immeasurable contributions.

1. A Historical Perspective:

Remembrance Day holds its roots in the armistice signed between Germany and Allied forces on November 11, 1918, effectively ending World War I. Originally known as Armistice Day, it was officially renamed Remembrance Day after World War II to honour all military personnel who lost their lives in conflicts worldwide.

2. Symbolism and Traditions:

The red poppy flower has become synonymous with Remembrance Day due to Lieutenant Colonel John McCrae's poignant poem "In Flanders Fields." Wearing a poppy serves as a powerful symbol of remembrance and solidarity with those who served or continue to serve.

Additionally, two minutes of silence at 11 a.m. on November 11th mark the moment when hostilities ceased during World War I – a time for collective reflection and respect for fallen heroes.

3. Paying Tribute: The Importance of Remembering:

Remembrance Day is not just about honouring past sacrifices; it is also an opportunity for us to acknowledge the ongoing dedication of servicemen and women around the world. Their commitment ensures our safety, freedom, and peace while reminding us of the cost involved.

By actively engaging in remembrance ceremonies, visiting war memorials, or even participating virtually through various initiatives, we can demonstrate our gratitude towards those who selflessly put themselves in harm's way.

4. Teaching Future Generations:

As time passes, it becomes even more crucial to educate younger generations about the significance of Remembrance Day. The sacrifices made by our predecessors should not fade into oblivion but instead serve as a reminder of the importance of peace, unity, and global cooperation.

Through educational programs, storytelling, or visiting historical sites, we can instill in children an understanding of the price paid for the freedom they enjoy today – nurturing empathy and fostering appreciation for those who served.

5. Beyond Borders: A Global Perspective:

Remembrance Day is observed worldwide, extending beyond national boundaries. It serves as a unifying force that transcends language, culture, and politics. Regardless of where we are from or what conflicts have shaped our countries' histories, honouring fallen heroes reminds us of our common humanity and shared responsibility to strive for lasting peace.

Remembrance Day stands as a poignant reminder of the bravery displayed by countless soldiers and civilians throughout history. This solemn occasion allows us to honour their sacrifice while acknowledging the ongoing efforts towards building a world free from conflict. By participating in remembrance ceremonies and teaching future generations about the importance of gratitude and perseverance, we ensure that their stories live on forever.

So this November 11th, let us stand united in silence and reflection, remembering with utmost reverence those who fought valiantly for a brighter future – inspiring us all to be better stewards of peace.

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poppy in the green field at sunset. beautiful countryside background with red flowers blooming in evening light. remembrance day concept - poppy in the green field at sunset. beautiful countryside background with red flowers blooming in evening light. remembrance day concept

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Fans, Prepare to Swoon: Here's Sophie Aldred Back in Her Original Classic Ace Jacket

Fans, Prepare to Swoon: Here's Sophie Aldred Back in Her Original #DoctorWho Ace Jacket

In The Power of the Doctor, Sophie Aldred will be wearing the original bomber jacket that she wore as Ace in the Seventh Doctor era. And yep, there’s a gorgeous photo to enjoy! Ace is set to return for Jodie Whittaker’s last Doctor Who as the Thirteenth Doctor, alongside Janet Fielding as Fourth and Fifth Doctor companion, Tegan Jovanka. And as Sophie revealed, the jacket she’s wearing is…

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Hey =) I would like to ask you something. I work on my fics and i would like to have your opinion of what kind of job Isabella, Mathilda and Sienne would/could have in the human world?

I think that a lot of sisters/mothers have enough qualifications to be nursery nurse (especially Isabella and the others mothers of the differents premium farms, who have raised like 100 kids in 12 years at least), maybe one of the three could decide to become one. Or elementary school teacher? I could see some of all the sisters/mothers choose this way because they didn't have as much possibilities than that with their skills :/ (and some of them loves taking care of kids)

Maybe that if Mathilda or Sienna love to cook, they could open (together or only one of them alone) a little tea saloon/coffee shop? Some Sisters/Mothers have skills in cooking so maybe some would open alone or together a backery, a cofffee shop, ect... so maybe Mathilda and Sienna could do that together? (Not Isabella because cooking isn't her best skill ^^")

Maybe a florist?

Maybe Isabella has spend enough time to raises babies and would want a change? And would open a library?

I could see some of all the sisters/mothers choose this way because they didn't have as much possibilities than that with their skills :/ (and some of them loves taking care of kids)

I'd be really careful with implementing this framing and phrasing in the narrative unless it's coming from one of the moms/sisters who's feeling overwhelmed or downcast about their future and struggling with adjusting to the human world. They're all victims of the farm system, and what they experienced at headquarters was traumatic—they were forced into an environment that dehumanized them and pitted them against each other, and before the end of their early twenties they were forced to endure systemic medical rape—but it shouldn't be the sole thing that defines them going forward.

Krone's story in the second light novel talks about how sisters would retrain due to how few were able to obtain one of the five mom positions at Grace Field during their lifetimes:

So even if we're defining sisters as those who haven't retrained and branched out into other fields besides childcare, it's incredibly antithetical for a series that's centered around screwing destiny to frame their futures as limited and tied up in bioessentialism. At the same time, there shouldn't be any shame directed at the ones who do end up gravitating toward childcare. With how many children and sisters were brought over, there's going to be a vast array of answers for what each one finds personally fulfilling in life.

(Chapter 170)

With how driven Matilda was at rising in the ranks at headquarters by becoming second in command to Sarah and later Isabella, I could see her starting her own business or working with a non-profit. Something where she's coordinating multiple projects because her Type A personality enjoys the challenge.

Sienna seems like she'd prefer something a bit less stressful, so a coffee shop owner where she can perfect latte art and foster a relaxed environment with live music could be a reasonable future for her.

I've seen Isabella as a florist as part of the backdrop in an AU (specifically every flower's reaching for the sun if you're in the mood for a RE fic) so my mind has been open to the viability of that career path for her for a while. I have such a soft spot for librarian Ray due to @salsae's vowsverse and my own relationship with reading in uni, and with Isabella's similar history of being a voracious reader (albeit under different circumstances), becoming a library director actively involved in the community around her is equally appealing to me.

(TPN Light Novel 2: Moms’ Song of Remembrance - “The Starry Sky and Leslie’s List” Chapter 3)

[yarnings]

They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old: Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning We will remember them.