September 12, 2010, is the 32nd year that National Grandparents will be celebrated in the United States and some other countries. The holiday originated in 1978 and is celebrated the first Sunday after Labor Day each year.
The founder of this holiday is considered Marian McQuade of Oak Hill, West Virginia. The purpose of the trip was for youth to recognize and honor the contributions that seniors have made to society throughout history.
There are other holidays throughout the world celebrated to recognize the grandparents, who are observed at different dates throughout the year, but the U.S. version is one of the first.
If you know an elderly person, or the chance to have your grandparents, be sure to give them a call and I wish them a happy Grandparents Day.
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