A Toast to George Washington

It's important to honor the legacy of the man who played a pivotal role in shaping our nation's history.

Let's take a moment to reflect on Washington's enduring legacy and the principles he stood for — unity, perseverance, and service to the nation.

Toast to the Father of Our Nation

With raised glass on the anniversary of his birth February 22, 1732

Like winter oak that stands through fierce storms' might,

You bore the weight of nascent nation's dreams.

Though power's siren called through darkest night,

You chose instead to ford democracy's streams.

No crown adorned your brow, though it was yours,

Instead you planted seeds of freedom's tree.

Your legacy, like sunrise, still endures

In every heart that yearns to be made free.

So let us lift our glasses to your name,

First citizen, who shaped a nation's course.

Not perfect, yes, but history proclaims

Your steadfast vision as our guiding force.

Though centuries have passed since you drew breath,

Your virtues triumph over time and death.

This poem is an excerpt from my chapbook "Revolutionary Verse", a free download, or if you prefer a printed copy, buy direct, click here.