Horizontal snow flew past the windows for most of the morning. Once it became less thick out there, I went to move the snow off the porches and stairs. The rain began once I started moving snow. I'd wanted to get the snow moved before it became slush. There is a flash freeze warning and that would be a terrible mess. The snow was heavy and wet and got wetter as I moved it around for 40 minutes. It was perfect snowman snow, When I came in, my jacket was soaking wet. It is an interesting experience -- the coat gets heavier and heavier as one shovels. <smile>.
The winds today were major this morning and then died back a bit but still with hefty gusts. It would be a great day for flying kites. It has been a perfect day for flags, too. A good thing, since today is the 50th anniversary of the red and white maple leaf flag of Canada. Prior to adopting this flag, Canada flew a red ensign with the 'Union Jack' in the upper left corner and the shield from the Canadian coat of arms. This naval flag was widely used despite the Union flag being the official flag of Canada. This all changed in 1965 when, after heated debate, the red and white maple leaf became our national flag. It is an interesting story of politics and emotion that is well worth reading.
A teacher from an elementary school in Kitchener, ON wrote a new song for the occasion. It was recorded with the teacher and the school choir. The video is delightful. Enjoy!
Canadian Flag Waver -- Stephen Bergen and Smithson Public School students
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