Day 125: Unsung Heroes

Today will be the last day that I mention anything about the Vancouver riot from here on in, as I do not wish to give any more attention to the people that do not deserve it. However, there are some people who DO deserve some respect and recognition, and tonight’s blog post is for them…the unsung heroes who stood up for what was right and just, and fought for our city…our home.

To the Vancouver Police Department, Fire Department, and First Responders…who serve to protect. I want to thank you for doing your best, with what you had, to keep us safe.  Your best is all we can ask for.  In the face of mayhem you brought peace back to our city, and I for one appreciate it.

To the volunteer clean-up crew… who selflessly took time out of their lives for love of our city and our country.  Thank you for being a true Vancouverite and doing what it takes to keep our city OUR city and making it beautiful once again…even if it means cleaning up someone else’s mess. You are the spirit that keeps the pride alive.

And finally, to the unsung heroes…who without protective gear stood in the face of fear and danger, and risked their OWN lives to protect what they love and do what is right. YOU are the ones that bring tears to my eyes. YOU are what heroes are made of. I may not know you, but I stand up and applaud you. You give me hope of a better tomorrow.

With all of my heart I thank you...all of you.

This video tribute is for you:

Now before I go, I want to say this. To the rest of Canada, the Boston Bruins, and the world...I want to apologize for what you had to see that night. It was an atrocity that was not the Vancouver as I know it. Any true Vancouverite and Canucks fan found it heartbreaking, disgusting, and vile. Please don't let the few ruin what the rest of us work so hard for. There are more good people here than not...and I am one of them.

And to the Boston Bruins...good game. You played well, and won fair and square. You deserved the cup and I am sorry that the stupidity of a few overshadowed your well-deserved win. The better team won…for now.