22,674 men lost their lives in the American Revolutionary War to ensure the signing of the “Declaration of Independence” mattered 237 years ago.
When was the last time you took the time to read it?
Refresh your memory and hit the link below: http://www.archives.gov/exhibits/charters/declaration_transcript.html
On September 17, 1787, approximately 11 years and 2 months later, the “United States Constitution” was signed.
http://www.archives.gov/exhibits/charters/constitution_transcript.html
March 4, 1789, the Constitution went into effect. September 25, 1789, our new United States Congress proposed the “Bill of Rights”.
http://www.archives.gov/exhibits/charters/bill_of_rights_transcript.html
Since then, 1,283,574 Americans have lost their lives in combat defending and protecting our ability to exercise these “unalienable Rights; among which are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness”.
I suppose, the very least that we owe those who have made the ultimate sacrifice on our behalf, is the decency and respect to read, understand and know these rights! The better we understand our rights, the less likely we are to accept any breach or compromise of those rights!
After all these are the rights that give us access to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness!
Stay inspired and have a Happy Independence Day!
About the Author:
Linal Harris
Global Entrepreneur – Certified Life Coach – Media Personality – Speaker
Linal Harris is a global entrepreneur, certified life coach, author, and media personality. As the founder of Inspirational Perspective® Publishing, LLC and Insights 4 Life™ Coaching, LLC, Harris challenges his global audience and coaching clients to Murder Mediocrity® and live their best life possible. Harris concentrates his work as an ontological coach with clients on what he calls the 4 pillars of life; the relationship we have to ourselves, the relationships we have with others, our relationship to work and money, and the connection we have to our spirit and life’s purpose. Harris coaches CEO’s, executives, entrepreneurs, athletes and celebrities. Harris is the author of “Slay Your Goals”, where he provides his readers with scientific and research backed tips for achieving their goals. Harris is an expert goal-setter and has been called upon by Fortune 500 companies to assist with setting their strategic priorities, facilitate goal-setting sessions and provide inspirational talks.
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A most appropriate thought of the week! And off course thanks for putting your “Thoughts of the Week” into blogs. I can now refer to those that really hit a chord and we can all comment on them!
Thanks Tracy!
What a lovely idea to have a “Thought of the Week”!