American Ideals
In this time of wide divisions and animosity in America, it is good to step back and remember our founding ideals. The founders of our nation organized our government with certain ideals. It is the duty of American citizens to…
Tag patriotism
The History of Uncle Sam
Uncle Sam emerges from my small collection of July 4 decorations each year. As far back as 1898, people have dressed up as Uncle Sam. Courtesy of the Library of Congress. Our dear friend Joy Brown who lived to be…
The Story of the Stars and Stripes
In Washington, D. C., in state capitals, and in cities across the land, Americans proudly fly the Stars and Stripes—the Red, White, and Blue—Old Glory. Our soldiers and sailors raise, lower, carry, and fold it respectfully. So do our veterans.…
Remembering Our Daddies on Memorial Day
Fred Rogers of “Mr. Rogers’ Neighborhood” had a practice of thanking God for the people in his life who had passed away. I am thankful today for my daddy and my husband’s daddy, both of whom were veterans. Neither of…
Reciting the Pledge of Allegiance
I was touched by a recent patriotic photograph in our local newspaper. The photo was taken at our local Veterans Day ceremony a few weeks ago. Our community is loyal to its veterans. I have written before about how our…
Patriotism, Joy, and Cups of Cold Watermelon
As Ray and I sat at home on the evening of the 4th of July wishing we were with family and friends as usual, we decided to watch A Capitol Fourth on PBS. We are so very thankful that we…