Labor Day is tomorrow. I'm looking forward to spending some quality time with my family and letting my gas grill do some labor for a change! So here's a heartfelt Labor Day greeting from my family to yours! Have you ever wondered how we came to celebrate a holiday with the odd name of Labor Day? Someone always asks, "Why is it called Labor Day when nobody labors on that day?" While there is some disagreement regarding the original founder of Labor Day, we know that the first Labor Day parade was held by the Central Labor Union, (3 comments)
labor day: Happy Labor Day to all
- 09/01/08 12:54 AM
We wish all a great Labor Day. I can already smell the BBQ and hear the children's laughter as our Summer comes to an end. Just a couple of facts for those who may not be aware as to why this day was created: Labor Day: How it Came About; What it Means Labor Day, the first Monday in September, is a creation of the labor movement and is dedicated to the social and economic achievements of American workers. It constitutes a yearly national tribute to the contributions workers have made to the strength, prosperity, and well-being of our country. Regards, (1 comments)