Wednesday, December 5, 2007

Happy Happy Happy Dec. 5

Good morning all, and happy December 5th... which of course (!) is the anniversary of the Repeal of Prohibition! (In fact, this Dec 5th is the 75th anniversary.)

That's right: 75 years ago today the 21st Amendment to the Constitution became ratified, thereby repealing the 18th Amendment which had, nationwide, prohibition the making, sale, or drinking of alcohol.
So tonight, lift a glass of beer or wine or champagne and give a toast to our Constitution that allows us life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness...and to drink!


(Interesting side note: The 21st Amendment is the only Amendment repealing an earlier amendment.)

1 comment:

Anonymous said...

Chin chin! I had a lovely time! Did I mention that I was related to Daniel Boone? We're going to have to talk.