Martha Washington Quotes

A collection of quotes by Martha Washington.

Martha Washington, born Martha Dandridge, was the wife of George Washington, the first president of the United States. She was born on June 2, 1731, in New Kent County, Virginia. Martha married Daniel Parke Custis at the age of 18, and they had four children together. However, only two children survived into adulthood before Custis passed away in 1757, leaving Martha a wealthy widow.

In 1759, Martha met George Washington, and they were married the following year. As the first first lady of the United States, Martha played an important role in shaping the role of presidential spouses. She was known for her hospitality and grace, hosting numerous social events at Mount Vernon, the Washington family estate.

During the American Revolutionary War, Martha spent winters with her husband at the Continental Army's winter encampments. She provided support to the soldiers by organizing fundraising efforts and providing some amenities to improve their living conditions.

Martha Washington was also known for her philanthropy and charitable work. She often assisted those in need, including soldiers' widows and orphans.

After George Washington's presidency, the couple retired to Mount Vernon. Unfortunately, Martha's health declined in her later years, and she passed away on May 22, 1802, at the age of 70. Her contributions to American history, her role as a first lady, and her devotion to her family and country continue to be remembered and celebrated.

I am still determined to be cheerful and happy, in whatever

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

Happiness

I am determined to be cheerful and happy in whatever situati

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

Happiness

Nothingever happened on this globe, for good, at which some

Nothingever happened on this globe, for good, at which some people did not have their fill of laughter in the onset; and knowing that such as these would be blind anyway, he thought it quite as well that they should wrinkle up their eyes in grins, as have a malady in the less attractive forms.

Charles Dickens

Dad

I've learned from experience that the greater part of our ha

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