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George Washington

Born-In Virginia on February 22,1732. Siblings-The first of six children. Education-A talented draftsman, map-maker. Enjoyed-Writing with a little wit and humor. Married- At 26 to Martha Dandridge Custis Daddy-Instantly to Martha's two children. Military-Many battles. President-From 1789 to 1797 but declined a third term. Life-Was fuller than many. Death-On Dec 14, 1799 he passed away. One's Life-Takes on many twists and turns, whether famous or ordinary. Accomplishments-How did he accomplish so much, when so many accomplished so little. The First-George Washington will always be the first, the one other’s had to follow. Summary-No one is perfect but we can learn from others and better ourselves. Date Written: 1/11/2021

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Robert Pettit

Date: 2/19/2021 3:41:00 PM

Great encapsulation of a very famous man. You have told me some things about him I had not known.

Paula Goldsmith
Date: 2/21/2021 8:19:00 AM

Thanks, for writing. Glad you enjoyed this and learned something from it. It was a different kind of a write for me. Enjoy today with blessings..............

Gershon Wolf

Date: 1/16/2021 6:49:00 PM

First President, first in our hearts, and first to be on the Dollar Bill! He was so dedicated to his country too. After an exhausting Revolutionary War stint, to come back as President of a start-up country for eight years, at the end of his life too, must have taken all of GW's remaining energy. Quite a guy. Thanks for all the reminders, Paula! ~ Bravery and Daring, Gershon

Paula Goldsmith
Date: 1/17/2021 10:18:00 AM

Thank You, for writing. Yes, he was the first at a number of things and that is why I picked George. So much came after him. What a hard job knowing you can't please everyone. Enjoy today with blessings..............

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 1/13/2021 4:53:00 PM

He was blessed by God, that is for sure. I will always favor Lincoln, but both are equally fantastic

Paula Goldsmith
Date: 1/14/2021 9:44:00 AM

Thank You, for writing. I picked George because he was the first president and all the others came after him. It must be a very hard job knowing you can't please everyone. I also like Lincoln. Today blessings..............

Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 1/13/2021 5:27:00 AM

That was a wonderful history lesson in terrific poetic form -I don't know much about George Washington, but I sure learnt about him today - great poem paula. Hugs and blessings, Jennifer.

Paula Goldsmith
Date: 1/13/2021 7:03:00 AM

Thank You, for writing. Glad you like this one. I wanted the reader to learn somethings with my write. I guess all presidents have their good and their bad points. Some are liked and some are not. Guess personal view. It must be a very hard job knowing you can't please everyone. Enjoy your day with blessings and a hug..............

Lindsay Laurie

Date: 1/12/2021 9:17:00 PM

Hello Paula … learned a lot about this man from your verse. Politician standards have certainly slipped from his day - thank you Paula - Lindsay

Paula Goldsmith
Date: 1/13/2021 6:57:00 AM

Thank You, for writing. Glad you learned somethings with my write. It must be a very hard job. Enjoy your day with blessings..............

Tom Cunningham

Date: 1/12/2021 12:15:00 PM

A lovely tribute to George Washington Paula. Hope you're well Tom

Paula Goldsmith
Date: 1/12/2021 1:20:00 PM

Thank You, for writing and for your kind words. I am OK. Hope you are OK. Have a wonderful day with blessings..............