Pardon Day
About Pardon Day
When is Pardon Day? This holiday is always observed on September 8
Pardon Day is today. It’s an opportunity to seek or offer forgiveness where needed. This September 8 holiday is also a day to say “Pardon Me” or Excuse Me” as appropriate. In today’s busy society, too many people race about their lives, forgetting the small courtesies in life. Among the easiest things to let slip by, is etiquette and manners.
Use this day to reaffirm your manners. Say “Pardon Me” or “Excuse Me” as appropriate. After all, people will like you more when you’re polite. And your mom will be so proud, too!
You can also use this day to seek pardon or forgiveness for mistakes and grievances you have committed. Once you’ve been pardoned, your slate is clean and you can start anew.
How to Celebrate Pardon Day
Of course, the biggest thing to do on this holiday is to seek forgiveness. Here are some ways that you can do that:
- Firstly, pardon or forgive others.
- Overall, you’re a good person. But, like most of us. you’ve likely offended others occasionally. So, ask to be pardoned as appropriate.
- During the day, say “pardon me” as required by good manners.
Today's Quote
“Reality leaves a lot to the imagination.” – – John Lennon
History and Origin of Pardon Day
The roots of this day go back to September 8, 1974. On this day, newly installed President Gerald Ford issued a Presidential Proclamation pardoning President Richard M. Nixon of any wrongdoing related to the Watergate scandal.
This Day in History
Additionally, here are some other things that happened on September 8:
- Michelangelo’s Statue of David is unveiled. (1504)
- President Gerald R. Ford gives an unconditional pardon to Richard Nixon for any crimes related to Watergate. See Pardon Day (1974)
- Richard I, King of England – “Richard the Lion-Hearted” was born on this day in 1157.
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