As hot as it is… and it is hot… just think back 242 years ago, when a bunch of long-haired fellas in high-collared shirts, breeches and waistcoats were holed up in Philadelphia’s Independence Hall’s Assembly Room. Needless to say, such modern-day conveniences as air conditioning, spray-on deodorant, electricity, computers and tweeting were unavailable. As a result, tempers rose … [Read more...] about The Founding Fathers Didn’t Tweet, But They Did Sweat
Thomas Jefferson
Today Is Quite A Day! Thank You, John And Tom
It was just 234 years ago today that the Declaration of Independence was signed.It was just 184 years ago today that both John Adams and Thomas Jefferson died within hours of each other.Today is a day to be remembered for a new nation's birth and the passing of its fathers. … [Read more...] about Today Is Quite A Day! Thank You, John And Tom