48 Years ago today, on February 19, 1968, Mr. Rogers’ Neighbourhood premiered nationally on TV. It’s purpose, as stated by Mr. Rogers, was to promote self-esteem, imagination, self control, creativity, curiosity, patience, persistence, cooperation and an appreciation for diversity.

Whether or not you may have been a fan of the show as a child, looking back now as an adult it is impossible to not be nostalgic and appreciative of his teachings and good nature.