Mr. Speaker, I appreciate the kind words, truly. It is humbling to hear from colleagues. I may be one of the more partisan voices in this place. As I said to one of the Speaker's predecessors, my constituency and my electors elected me to be that way, and they expect it. However, it is humbling to hear from members from all parties in this place, regardless of our political differences, regardless of where we come from in our country, that we can fight for Canada. We can fight for what we believe is right.
I thought my previous words would be my last, but I appreciate this opportunity. I would simply like to put this on the record: To Danielle and my boys, Matthew, Emerson, and Winston, as well as the rest of my family, who have stood guard, including my dad, who is no longer with us, I cannot express my gratitude.
I was a farm kid from rural Alberta who had no real political background, outside of the fact that I liked politics and watched question period as a kid instead of doing my math homework. The fact that somebody like me could end up in this place is a testament to what democracy should be.
To Danielle, Matthew, Emerson, and Winston, and the many others who helped make this dream come true for me, who supported Danielle, me, and our family in the midst of this, I say thank you from the bottom of my heart.
I plan to be back, God willing, but in the meantime, I look forward to being the best husband, the best dad and the best rural farmer I can possibly be. I hope to have some fun in the process.