Hello readers.

This week we want to reflect on Remembrance Sunday, not only because it’s still fresh in our memory, but because it’s so important to us. Last Sunday, as with every year, we both remembered those who gave their lives in the line of duty.

I (Adam), for the last two years, have attended the Civic Service in Dorchester at the war memorial with mum. It’s become even more real to me, as a few years ago I discovered that my late step-grandfather, John Brereton, was a true war hero. The Echo even did an article on him called ‘The Real James Bond’. He did incredibly brave things like jump out of planes behind enemy lines to get evidence.

I feel lucky to have known him and remember him as a very kind, loving and warm man. My fondest memory was bonding with him over a meal, just the two of us, at the Trumpet Major.

As for me (William), I always attend the Remembrance Service in Martinstown with my parents as I think it’s important to stand together and respect those people who have fought, and died for us.

We both appreciate how lucky we are to have our freedom, thanks to these extraordinary people. We wish we could do more to help those still currently experiencing the terrible effects of war, for example in Afghanistan or Syria. It’s so easy here to walk to the shops for some food supplies and not worry if there might be an IED on that short journey. How terrifying to live like that.

So, we want to thank all those people who have fought for us, and know it’s not just last Sunday we salute you, we always remember you in our hearts.

Adam and William are supported in their editing by The Friendship Club– a project for adults with learning disabilities, run by People First Dorset.