In the last warm thoughts column, I shared thoughts on the celebration of Presidents Day. Perhaps the first celebration of Presidents Day was in 1782. George Washington's Birthday was first celebrated in that year. The observance took the place of the birthday celebrations of the various sovereigns of Great Britain, which had been customary during colonial times. Services were held at Washington's home in Mount Vernon and at the Washington Monument in the National Capital. Since George Washington was our first president, he was often called the "Father of our Country." I often thought that perhaps, that was the reason the expression, "Let George do it," still is heard at times of confusion and distress. In front of the Federal Building in New York's financial district, stands on bronze statue of Washington. The world has moved on in a dizzying pace since his time. But the figure has not moved in inch.

Also unchanged are the vital and eternal principles which shaped his personal and public life. To the passing throng, he still preaches in the memorable words of his farewell address. It is my earnest prayer to God, that He would be most graciously pleased to dispose us all to do justice, to love mercy, and to demean ourselves with the charity, humility and specific temper of mind, which were the characteristics of the Divine Author of our religion. Without a humble imitation of whose example in these things, we can never hope to have a happy nation.

More Warm Thoughts: "Speak, not injurist word, neither in jest or earnest, scoff at none although they give occasion." George Washington. From the Mail Bag These Thoughts: We are never too old to be happy, to laugh, to smile and sing, never too old for childlike trust that a blessing each day will bring. May you have many warm thoughts!

Warm Thoughts from the Little Home on the Prairie Over a Cup of Tea by Luetta G. Werner

Published in the Marion Record on February 19th, 1998.

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