The greater part of happiness or misery depends on our dispositions, not our circumstances.

Martha Dandridge Custis Washington

Martha Custis Washington (June 2, 1731-May 22, 1802) was the wife of George Washington, the first president of the United States. Although the title was not coined until after her death, Martha Washington is considered to be the first First Lady of the United States. During her lifetime, she was known as "Lady Washington

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