Martha Washington was the first lady of the United States and the wife of President George Washington. She was a prominent figure in the American Revolution and was known for her hospitality and style. She was an important role model for women in early America, and her legacy continues to this day. Following is our collection on famous quotes by Martha Washington on education, slavery, government.
I am determined to be cheerful and happy in whatever situation I may find myself. For I have learned that the greater part of our misery or unhappiness is determined not by our circumstance but by our disposition. — Martha Washington
We carry the seeds of happiness with us wherever we go. — Martha Washington
I am still determined to be cheerful and to be happy in whatever situation I may be, for I have also learnt from experianence that the greater part of our happiness or misary depends upon our dispositions, and not upon our circumstances; we carry the seeds of the one, or the other about with us, in our minds, wherever we go. — Martha Washington
I live a very dull life here... indeed I think I am more like a state prisoner than anything else. — Martha Washington
I am still determined to be cheerful and happy in whatever situation I may be. — Martha Washington
I very linearly [sic] wish you would exert yourself so as to keep all your matters in order your self without depending on others as that is the only way to be happy to have all your business in your own hands. — Martha Washington
I've learned from experience that the greater part of our happiness or misery depends on our dispositions and not on our circumstances. — Martha Washington
The greater part of our happiness or misery depends on our dispositions and not our circumstances. — Martha Washington
Keep your business affairs in your own hands. It's the only way to be happy. — Martha Washington
I am still determined to be cheerful and happy, in whatever situation I may be; for I have also learned from experience that the greater part of our happiness or misery depends upon our dispositions, and not upon our circumstances. — Martha Washington
I am only fond of what comes from the heart. — Martha Washington
Life Lessons by Martha Washington
Martha Washington was an example of a strong, independent woman who was able to make a difference in the world. She demonstrated the importance of taking initiative and having a strong sense of self-confidence.
She also showed the importance of being a good listener and taking the time to understand the needs of others.
Finally, she taught us that through hard work, dedication, and resilience, it is possible to achieve great things.
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