Sarah Josepha Buell Hale (October 24, 1788 – April 30, 1879) was an American writer and an influential editor. She is the author of the nursery rhyme "Mary Had a Little Lamb". She famously campaigned for the creation of the American holiday known as Thanksgiving, She convinced President Lincoln to choose the last Thursday in November to "give thanks".
Thanks to Sarah's vision, we wish you a Happy Thanksgiving.
