February 22, 2024. Happy Washington’s Birthday. I’m recalling a time when George Washington (born February 22, 1732) and Abraham Lincoln (born February 12, 1809) each had his own day of acknowledgement and celebration. Now we ignore both dates in favor of a generic Presidents’ Day, celebrated on the third Monday in February, not on the actual anniversary of either president’s birth. What an affront!
A bit mournful but does reflect my discouragement at our governing bodies' apparent inability to act in the public interest.
These are certainly uncertain and unsettling times. Thanks for reading and engaging!