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What worried George Washington more than anything else was what might happen if a president‘s chief priority was to divide rather than unite the American people.

How heartbroken Washington would be to see what the United States has become 250 years after all the hard work and sacrifices he made to help create it.

#USPresidents

When Washington was in Charleston, SC, in 1791, city leaders asked for his portrait to be painted by renowned artist John Trumbull. They rejected his first draft which depicted George at the Battle of Trenton, saying they wanted one of him touring Charleston. Trumbull‘s final painting shows George, the skyline of Charleston — and the hindquarters of his horse with tail erect, as though he‘s about to poop on the city. At least that‘s the legend. 😄

There were only three stories in this book that were worth reading. #2026Book3

Took Wes in for his first eye appointment this week because he had scored at the top end of normal with the ped. Currently he‘s far sighted but within the normal self correction range for 5yo. But he did score as partially color blind with even reduction in both eyes. Doc said they‘ll confirm it next year but that he was likely born this way and just sees color different. So interesting. Does this affect any of my Litsy fam? If so, how?

Read People We Meet on Vacation Feb last year! Tom and Emily killed it as Alex and Poppy, love the adaptation🧡💚🤍

While the story was cute, People We Meet on Vacation didn‘t quite live up to the hype for me. I went in expecting a better paced read, but the execution felt a bit sluggish and I struggled to stay engaged. It‘s a sweet concept, but not one I‘d personally recommend if you're looking for a page-turner.

3.5 ⭐

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After publishing 84 Charing Cross Rd, Hanff finally got to visit London, meet many of her pen pals in person, and geek out about being in the same places Shakespeare and other beloved writers had been.

This brought back fond memories of my week in London. So much history, everywhere! Written in diary format, this takes you right there, into her silliest encounters and deepest awe.

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George Washington meets Travels With Charley meets the life and times of Nathaniel Philbrick. I enjoyed learning about all 3. I also learned a few things about Alexandria, the town where I‘ve lived for 20 years or so. I thought the reflections at the end were great and hopeful. Washington, Steinbeck, and Philbrick all had similar experiences when it came to everyday people. #USPresidents26