Our forefathers fought hard to give us this holiday.
When the industrial revolution came it modernized the United States and Canada. There were more jobs. People enjoyed steadier income, but also longer work hours and less pay. In the early 1900's workers began protecting themselves by forming unions and demanding better working conditions. They also rallied for an 8 hour work day. Every year there would be a parade which began in New York city honoring the working man's holiday. Everyone all over the country was encouraged to participate.
The choice was to spend the day at work or take the day off without pay. That began to change when Oregon was the first state to legalize the Labor Day holiday in 1887. Soon other state began to follow.
The first Monday in September is a day to enjoy. A a day of play or rest. Whether it's a family get together or a last summer trip to the beach, Labor day is a day to relax and not work. With that said, I will be stepping away from the computer.
Enjoy the day off!
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