Fruits of Your Labor
I am an American born citizen with 4 grandparents who emigrated from Italy and Poland to find better work and living opportunities. During our traditional Sunday gatherings I sat at many dining room tables witnessing their inspiring stories of their incredible journey and determination. I wish I had asked more questions and kept a journal as I now realize there was much more to be learned and understood.
They told of many hardships like enduring crowded ships crossing over the Atlantic, learning English, preserving their culture while embracing mixed ones from other countries, feeling like an outcast, and then there's the dreadful labor stories.
They called them Sweat shops, Factories with low wages, long hours, war times with shortages of materials and supplies, no heat or ventilation, lack of transportation and money, food rations, and more. They all surprisingly said it was worth it. They believed they earned the Fruits of their Labor.
Opportunities, better living conditions, pride in their special talents and contributing to a growing country and industrialization. They wanted more for themselves and their families than their previous lives had to offer. They found the Golden Ticket, like entry to Willy Wonka's chocolate factory.
People of different professions.
Over 140 years ago a federal holiday was eventually sealed, Labor Day. The first Monday of every September so we may observe and celebrate all who shared in the past and present to serve others. Whether with tools of trade, hospitality, farming, health care, education, public service, there should be no service for others unrecognized.
This weekend I hope you enjoy barbecues with your favorite foods, swim in the sea, bask in the sun, play in the park, read a book, do whatever makes your heart hum. I wish rest for the weary, peace for the troubled and reflection with a smile on a job well done. Thank you for making this country a better place for me, and others.
Serving happily with a smile,
Gina
Fusion Owner, Registered Yoga Teacher, Reiki Master Teacher, R.N.
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