MOST of you know, and have studied about the first president of the United States, and know that his country is very proud of him. You could tell many good things about him, but perhaps you don’t know what a kind and thoughtful son he was. He did all he could to make his mother comfortable and happy.
Our picture shows her last home in Fredericksburg, Virginia, and Washington saying goodbye to her for the last time, when he left to take up his duties as president.
He also followed her wise advice. If he had not done so, he would not have become president of the U.S.
Too often young folks think they know more than their parents, and lose a great deal by going their own way, against the wishes and advice of father and mother. The Lord wants you, dear children, to respected and honor your parents.
If you are thoughtful and considerate of your parents’ wishes, showing them respect and kindness, you will surely receive the Lord’s blessing for so-doing.
ML 12/26/1937