Labor Day

Steak, Burgers, Chicken, Hot Dogs... choices, choices!

Labor Day means summer is coming to an end and the start of another school year for many. Sure we all cook out and celebrate but for me it is kind of sad. So many of my favorite things that I enjoy doing are going to be put on pause soon for the colder fall and winter. I know many people love fall and I suppose there are even those that enjoy the winter. Not me. But living on Delmarva we get to get some of each season. I really think it helps us to appreciate things more.

Labor Day. Do you know why Labor Day was even started? It was started to pay tribute to the contributions and achievements of the American Worker. It became a federal holiday in 1894. Back in the early 1800's factory workers to earn even a  basic living worked 12 hour work days and seven day work weeks. In the late 1800's workers and unions organized protest and strikes for the poor working conditions. And later an idea of a "workingmen's holiday." was celebrated. Congress didn't legalize the holiday until 12 years later. Read more about how Labor Day came to be: https://www.history.com/topics/holidays/labor-day-1

Enjoy your labor Day Delmarva!

David