Reconciliation Day
About Reconciliation Day
When is Reconciliation Day? This holiday is always observed on April 2
Are you on the outs with someone? Reconciliation Day is a special day to patch relationships and make amends. The goal of this April 2 holiday is to re-establish relationships between family, friends, and couples. Life is too short to hold a grudge against those we love. Rather, talk about your problems and issues. Be the first to offer the peace pipe or olive branch. Then, re-start the relationship. Kiss and makeup.
Estranged couples may find today to be an opportunity to work out their problems. People who have had a “falling out” with family members are encouraged to reach out and “mend the fence”. Wouldn’t it be wonderful if our country’s major political parties could talk to each other and find an agreeable middle ground!?
For those considering a reconciliation, the old saying is “It’s never too late”. But, that is not true. Someday, it could be too late. So, please use today to begin your reconciliation.
How to Celebrate Reconciliation Day
- Be the better person and open up a conversation with someone whom you are mad at or not speaking to.
- Be a good listener. Hear what the other person’s position is.
- Find the middle ground.
- Be ready to agree to disagree. This can solve many rifts.
- Say “I’m sorry”.
- Now comes the best part: kiss and make-up.
Thought for Today
“Courage is what it takes to stand up and speak. Courage is also what it takes to sit down and listen.” – – Winston Churchill
History and Origin of Reconciliation Day
Since 1989, newspaper columnist Ann Landers has promoted April 2 as Reconciliation Day. She writes an annual article dedicated to this day. She posts and replies to readers’ questions and issues on reconciliation.
There are many other “Relationship Days” held around the world on many different dates. Among the countries are South Africa, Korea, Angola, and many others that have struggled with war and strife.
A Bit of Wisdom for Today: Make peace with your past, so it won’t disturb the present.
This Day in History
Here are some other things that happened on Reconciliation Day:
- Congress passes the Coinage Act and the U.S. Mint is born. (1792)
- The first Easter Egg Roll is held on the White House Lawn. (1877)
- Children’s author Hans Christian Anderson was born on this day in 1805.
More April 2 Holidays
Besides Reconciliation Day, here are more April 2 holidays we are sure you will enjoy:
More About Today
This Day in History – Indeed, many other important events occurred on this date in April. See what happened on this date in history.
Famous April Birthdays – Did you ever wonder what famous people share your birth date? If so, then find out now!
Ecards – Send a free Ecard daily for Reconciliation Day or just about any calendar holiday, occasion, observance, or event. Undoubtedly, it’s fun for both the sender and the recipient.
Flower of the Day: Daffodils
Recipe of the Day: Leeks Au Gratin
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Did You Know? Moreover, in addition to Reconciliation Day, there are literally thousands of daily holidays, special events, and observances, more than one for every day of the year. What’s more, many of these holidays are new. People and organizations are creating new holidays regularly. April holidays are no exception. Consequently, at Holiday Insights, we take great efforts to thoroughly research and document the details of each one, as completely and accurately as possible.