OnSeptember 17, 1787, the day the Constitution was signed,Elizabeth Willing Powel— a prominent Philadelphia socialite and close friend of George Washington — askedBenjamin Franklinin the streets outside Independence Hall,“Well, Doctor, what have we got, a republic or a monarchy?”Franklin, then 81 and in poor health, replied:“A republic, if you can keep it.
Have A Meaningful Memorial Day Though The Petals Fall And The Seasons Change, The Poppy Remains Our Enternal Badge Of Honor For Those Who Gave Their All~ A Sea Of Red Poppies Tells The Timeless Of Sacrifice And Unbroken Remembrance~ Bright Red Petals Kissed By The Sun A Silent Vow That We Will Never Let The Memories Of The Fallen Fade~ My Dear Friend, Hope Your Doing Well. Take This Day To Remember The True Meaning Of Memorial Day, Thank A Veteran For Their Service... Always Loves And Hugs, ~WW~ {Sue}
