Happy New Year to Our Military!

On behalf of other military moms, wives, dads, husbands, families and friends..

I'd like to wish all soldiers a safe and successful mission- wishing you success in all your endeavours in 2007!

Keeping you close in thought and prayer.
Thinking of you and wishing you the strength and courage .

I salute and honour soldiers and families everywhere.

Our heroes.

~ by: Military Mom

New Year's Message from:

Her Excellency the Right Honourable Michaëlle Jean,

Governor General of Canada, January 1, 2007

Photo by: Military Mom

..Certainly, we must all celebrate and salute the community spirit and actions of our fellow citizens. I also know that this has been a difficult year for many families. My thoughts are especially with our soldiers in Afghanistan and their loved ones—who have endured great hardship. Indeed, they are making great sacrifices. Let me share with you that everywhere I have been—everywhere—I have been moved by the courage, energy, generosity and openness of the Canadian people.

For me, that openness is living proof of our success as a country. That openness is also our greatest message of hope for humanity. As we embark on a new year, dear friends, let us not forget this important message that we, as Canadians, can bring to the world. And let us strengthen our resolve to spread this message far and wide. My husband Jean-Daniel Lafond, my daughter Marie-Éden and the Rideau Hall team join me in wishing you all peace, health, happiness and serenity.” For Complete Speech