So, I learned a really awesome fact today in my Institute class. Our teacher was talking about the beginnings of America and two of the founders, Thomas Jefferson and John Adams. John Adams was originally going to write the Declaration of Independence, but he felt that he had already done enough to alienate people and that Jefferson was a better writer, so Jefferson wrote it. Neither of them knew how important the document would become. Time passed and the two men's political views changed and once close friends, they became bitter rivals. Words were exchanged, actions taken and people offended. After their time in politics, Jefferson and Adams remained enemies until a mutual friend convinced Adams to write Jefferson a letter of reconciliation, which he did and their friendship was renewed. Throughout the remainder of their lives, Adams and Jefferson kept up a close correspondence. The two friends died on the same day, July 4, 1826, the 50th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence and the last two men to have signed it. If that's not a sign that God approved of the founding of the United States, I don't know what is. That's all I have to say.
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Dear Rosemary and Holly,
I am so thrilled to see your BLOG! I was especially interested in your story about our founding fathers. I am impressed by your political savy!
I too have stayed awake many nights worrying about "The Horses"......and feel devastated by what is happening. Actually, I was really hoping that neither of you would hear about this situation. Could I suggest that you just let go of this worry because I am perfectly capable of worrying for all three of us. I'm sure you have plenty to worry about with finals approaching. One last thought, I think it is best that you not mention this situation to either of your missionaries so they can really focus on the work.......I love both of you.....till later........mom, and your favorite aunt lisa
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