a gift given.

"Such is my situation that, if I were to wish the bitterest curse to an enemy on this side of the grave, I should put them in my stead, with my feelings."

--George Washington, September, 1776

Last week, I finished my 4th reading of 1776, By David McCullough.

I don't have much else to say than this book should be mandatory literature for every American. It paints the picture of the Revolution in its truest light, and will inevitably generate humility and gratitude in every person who reads it.

My reading it four times does not compensate for three people not reading it once. So, if you haven't, read it.

Thanks to David for this work, and thanks to everyone that has made my life possible--soldier and citizen alike--because I love my life.