Happy Fourth of July 2018

I decided to show something different on this 4th of July. This wonderful piece of one of our founding fathers, Ben Franklin, can be found at the Morgan Library and Museum. I thought it was really lovely, and so detailed about a man who is known around the world. 

I hope everyone has a fabulous holiday with family and friends. Here is a little background from the history channel about the history of this most important day: 

The Fourth of July—also known as Independence Day or July 4th—has been a federal holiday in the United States since 1941, but the tradition of Independence Day celebrations goes back to the 18th century and the American Revolution. On July 2nd, 1776, the Continental Congress voted in favor of independence, and two days later delegates from the 13 colonies adopted the Declaration of Independence, a historic document drafted by Thomas Jefferson. From 1776 to the present day, July 4th has been celebrated as the birth of American independence, with festivities ranging from fireworks, parades and concerts to more casual family gatherings and barbecues.

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Happy Memorial Day 2018

To all my readers who celebrate Memorial Day today, hope you have a wonderful holiday! A few of my Uncles were in various wars, we are all grateful for the freedom we have thanks to their sacrifices. 

Memorial Day originally honored military personnel who died in the Civil War (1861-1865). It wasn't always Memorial Day — it used to be known as Decoration Day. Red poppies are known as a symbol of remembrance, and it's a tradition to wear them to honor those who died in war.

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We Will Never Forget

It doesn't seem to me that the attacks on September 11th were 16 years ago. I remember the day all too well, working for a bank and watching everything unfold on small tv's around the office. It really touched my heart as I just have so much love for New York City. We had many folks in my town who had relatives who lived/worked in the city as well. Please say a prayer today for those who lost their lives in this senseless act, as well as for their family members. We will never forget this day. Everyone who was lost and affected are forever in our hearts.

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Happy Labor Day 2017

I hope everyone has a wonderful Labor Day today in the US. I cannot believe summer is gone, it really seemed to fly this year. I am eager for Fall however as my favorite time of year! 

Here is some info on Labor Day from the US Department of Labor: 

Labor Day What it Means 

Labor Day, the first Monday in September, is a creation of the labor movement and is dedicated to the social and economic achievements of American workers. It constitutes a yearly national tribute to the contributions workers have made to the strength, prosperity, and well-being of our country.
 

Labor Day Legislation

Through the years the nation gave increasing emphasis to Labor Day. The first governmental recognition came through municipal ordinances passed during 1885 and 1886. From these, a movement developed to secure state legislation. The first state bill was introduced into the New York legislature, but the first to become law was passed by Oregon on February 21, 1887. During the year four more states — Colorado, Massachusetts, New Jersey, and New York — created the Labor Day holiday by legislative enactment. By the end of the decade Connecticut, Nebraska, and Pennsylvania had followed suit. By 1894, 23 other states had adopted the holiday in honor of workers, and on June 28 of that year, Congress passed an act making the first Monday in September of each year a legal holiday in the District of Columbia and the territories.

Founder of Labor Day

 More than 100 years after the first Labor Day observance, there is still some doubt as to who first proposed the holiday for workers.

Some records show that Peter J. McGuire, general secretary of the Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners and a cofounder of the American Federation of Labor, was first in suggesting a day to honor those "who from rude nature have delved and carved all the grandeur we behold."

But Peter McGuire's place in Labor Day history has not gone unchallenged. Many believe that Matthew Maguire, a machinist, not Peter McGuire, founded the holiday. Recent research seems to support the contention that Matthew Maguire, later the secretary of Local 344 of the International Association of Machinists in Paterson, N.J., proposed the holiday in 1882 while serving as secretary of the Central Labor Union in New York. What is clear is that the Central Labor Union adopted a Labor Day proposal and appointed a committee to plan a demonstration and picnic.

The First Labor Day

The first Labor Day holiday was celebrated on Tuesday, September 5, 1882, in New York City, in accordance with the plans of the Central Labor Union. The Central Labor Union held its second Labor Day holiday just a year later, on September 5, 1883.

In 1884 the first Monday in September was selected as the holiday, as originally proposed, and the Central Labor Union urged similar organizations in other cities to follow the example of New York and celebrate a "workingmen's holiday" on that date. The idea spread with the growth of labor organizations, and in 1885 Labor Day was celebrated in many industrial centers of the country.

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Happy Fourth of July

Happy Fourth of July to all my readers in the USA! I thought a little history about this famous holiday would be interesting. I love the tidbit about John Adams. I loved the HBO mini-series of John Adams. I prefer watching history than reading books, it just makes it so much more interesting!

From the History Channel Website:

The Fourth of July—also known as Independence Day or July 4th—has been a federal holiday in the United States since 1941, but the tradition of Independence Day celebrations goes back to the 18th century and the American Revolution. On July 2nd, 1776, the Continental Congress voted in favor of independence, and two days later delegates from the 13 colonies adopted the Declaration of Independence, a historic document drafted by Thomas Jefferson. From 1776 to the present day, July 4th has been celebrated as the birth of American independence, with festivities ranging from fireworks, parades and concerts to more casual family gatherings and barbecues.

John Adams believed that July 2nd was the correct date on which to celebrate the birth of American independence, and would reportedly turn down invitations to appear at July 4th events in protest. Adams and Thomas Jefferson both died on July 4, 1826—the 50th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence.

On July 2nd, the Continental Congress voted in favor of Lee’s resolution for independence in a near-unanimous vote (the New York delegation abstained, but later voted affirmatively). On that day, John Adams wrote to his wife Abigail that July 2 “will be celebrated, by succeeding Generations, as the great anniversary Festival” and that the celebration should include “Pomp and Parade…Games, Sports, Guns, Bells, Bonfires and Illuminations from one End of this Continent to the other.”

On July 4th, the Continental Congress formally adopted the Declaration of Independence, which had been written largely by Jefferson. Though the vote for actual independence took place on July 2nd, from then on the 4th became the day that was celebrated as the birth of American independence.

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Throwback Thursday "Triangle Waist Fire 1911"

I have been watching a very interesting documentary about New York City. From it's beginnings to modern times. I wanted to know more about this city I love so much, and it's history.

On March 25, 1911, the Triangle Shirtwaist Company factory in New York City burned, killing 145 workers. It is remembered as one of the most infamous incidents in American industrial history, as the deaths were largely preventable–most of the victims died as a result of neglected safety features and locked doors within the factory building. The tragedy brought widespread attention to the dangerous sweatshop conditions of factories, and led to the development of a series of laws and regulations that better protected the safety of workers.

Learning of this horrific incident made me rather sick, these poor women. Some of those who died in the fire were as young as 14 years old. Thank goodness in 1913 child and labor laws were made so this would never happen again. All those who lost their life in the fire were true heroes.

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Happy Memorial Day 2016

A fabulous collage of the lovely US Flag on this Memorial Day. A wonderful tribute to all those who have served in our military to allow us our freedoms. Many of my Uncles served, my Dad did not due to his health, and I have many photos from their travels. We owe quite a bit to these brave folks, and should think of them highly on this holiday!

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Happy Fourth of July

I hope that everyone who celebrates the Fourth of July this weekend has a very wonderful, and safe time. I am personally not one for eating outdoors, but I probably will be watching for the zillionth time, Independence Day, which always seems to be on some channel. This year marks the 239th birthday for the USA. She's still pretty young by many European standards! Enjoy !!

the iconic Saks Fifth Avenue dressed up for the 4th of July holiday!! 

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