Mr. Speaker,
today there will be hundreds of people who won’t be anywhere
near their sweethearts for Valentines Day.
Dans chaque circonscription du pays, les députés ont
des époux ou des épouses et des partenaires qui font beaucoup de
sacrifices pour nous permettre de servir nos concitoyens.
Our time with them is precious and our privacy rare.Our spouses inspire us, support us, stand by us and show
their love in many special ways.
In return, we offer them crazy schedules, public scrutiny and
many nights at home alone taking care of our families.
Tonight, when many Canadians are spending time with their
sweethearts, we will pause yet again to give thanks to our loved
ones, because we are truly some of the luckiest people around.
Today, one of our own, the Member for Prince Albert, celebrates
his wedding anniversary.To he and his wife Jerri - a special wish.
And on this day, let us also honour the sacrifices made by the
spouses and partners of our diplomatic corps and our Armed
Forces.
So, on behalf of all Members, I want to thank my wife Judite and
all Parliamentary spouses and partners for giving to Canada in
the way that you do.
You are the unseen and unsung heroes.
