I’m always kind of at odds with Canada Day. I love many things about my country, but at the same time it’s easy to see that there are also a lot of problems with it. Nothing that can’t be solved, but there is often a lack of will to solve it.
So on a day like today when we settlers are supposed to celebrate something, I’m often pensive and quiet instead. What exactly is it we’re celebrating? The good that Canada has done? The potential it has to do better in the future?
I honestly don’t know. I’ve never been comfortable with it.
On the other hand, it is a day I get to relax, maybe throw something on the BBQ, and get lots of writing done! So that’s always a good day, regardless of the excuse for it.
Hope everyone out there is staying safe and healthy!