“I predict future happiness for America if they can prevent the government from wasting the labors of the people under the pretense of taking care of them.”
— Thomas Jefferson (1743 – 1826)
3rd president of the United States; diplomat, architect, and philosopher
(in his papers at the Library of Congress)
About Cathy Burnham Martin
Author of 20+ books, and counting! A professional voice-over artist, dedicated foodie, and lifelong corporate communications geek, Cathy Burnham Martin has enjoyed a highly eclectic career, ranging from the arts and journalism to finance, telecommunications, and publishing. Along with her husband, Ron Martin, she has passions for entertaining, gardening, volunteering, active and visual arts, GREAT food, and traveling. Cathy often says, "I believe that we all should live with as much contagious enthusiasm as possible... Whether we're with friends or family, taking people along for the ride is more than half the fun."
