Donald Sutherland Made Me Cry
We are humble folks us Canadians. But also conflicted. We struggle to keep our politeness and manners but want to engage the world on its global stage.
This past two weeks Vancouver and Whistler have hosted a party like no other. I live in Yaletown which was smack dab in the middle of the action. The streets have been teaming with Olympic fans ~ I’ve never seen anything like it. It was the energy. What a vibe. I believe that we have shown the world who Canada is and given them a glimpse into our mettle.
Donald Sutherland was interviewed on CTV this morning and he made me cry. FYI he is Keifer Sutherland’s dad and has a long lineage in Canada that roots back to Tommy Douglas the father of our notorious all embracing medical system.
Sutherland shared the story of a tribal elder who spoke to his community about the good and evil in all of us. A young member of the tribe asked, “Who wins?” The elder said, ” The one who is fed the most.”
Sutherland explained, “Canadians have a history of feeding their good side and they have given the world a glimpse into their respect for themselves and others.” “They have shown the world that a country can work when it is peaceful and respectful.” I choked and the tears streamed down my cheeks.
It was not only Sutherland’s words but his emotion and passion while he spoke. His Canadian heart was proudly exhibited on his sleeve.
Something Canadians aren’t often caught doing.
We are a humble lot.
Image attribution: Bartek Ambrozik
Tags: Canada, Canadian, Donald Sutherland, good vs evil, humble, Olympics, Passion, Pride, Winter Olympics 2010
