Presidents' Day

Every time I see the American flag waving in the wind,  my eyes sting with tears.

It makes me think of how immensely grateful I am to both sets of grandparents for making their way to America.

Of their huge sacrifices to make a better life for all of their children, grandchildren, and now great-grandchildren.

Today is Presidents' day and we will be putting out our beloved flag.

I think of George Washington and Abraham Lincoln and their contributions to this country.

When we were kids, we studied these presidents in our classroom.

 It was intriguing to think of the first president of this great country and all he stood for.

And of Abe Lincoln as a youth, reading by candlelight or by the light from his fireplace. 

 He was from a poor background but became the President of the United States!

I don't know how many Americans really think of  what this day means.

It's so much more than just a day off from work and school.

It's a day to be proud, to remember, and to give thanks for the incredible gift of freedom.

ARE YOU DOING ANYTHING SPECIAL ON THIS HOLIDAY?