Producing American Spirit magazine takes an enormous amount of planning. For example, the magazine’s 2013 editorial calendar was compiled during the summer of 2012. The magazine team feels a fresh wave of anticipation each time a new issue delivers a batch of long-awaited articles to subscribers’ homes. For the just-released

As DAR members across the nation celebrated those who have protected our freedom, I hope you had the opportunity to attend special Veterans Day events to express gratitude to those who have served our country in uniform.

It was a privilege to participate in a Veterans Day event in Houston

As we approach Veterans Day, I’m reminded of the many ways in which we can express our gratitude for their service to our country.  Daughters across the nation will participate in parades and special events to thank those who served to ensure our freedom.

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It was a pleasure to wrap up my last official state visit for the fall in Rhode Island, founded by Roger Williams in 1636 as a place of refuge for those seeking religious freedom.  It was even more interesting to me as I recently learned that one of my ancestors

One of the many benefits that I have found from being a member of the DAR is the lifelong friendships that I have developed with other members. Many of those friendships often start at the chapter level and many times, the more fun a chapter has together, the more active

It was a pleasure to join the New Hampshire Daughters for their Fall Meeting October 18-19, Phyllis Gagnon, State Regent.  With a theme of “Celebrating and Strengthening a Lasting Profile of Patriotism and Service,” the weekend began with State Officers, Honorary State Regents, State Regent of New Jersey, Connie Olde, and I

Have you ever stopped and asked yourself, “How did technology play a role in people’s lives of the past?” After all, in today’s fast-paced world, the word “technology” often refers to digital devices. Only recently have we come to rely on these digital devices. In the past, say 150 years

On a beautiful fall day in late September, I traveled from DC to Syracuse, NY to attend the 117th New York State Conference, Martha Morris Crapser, State Regent.  Met at the airport by Ann Davis and Judy Eves, it was a treat to enjoy the first glimpse of fall

Celebrate America!  I am pleased to be serving as the National Chair of this very exciting new committee!  As DAR members, we understand that our heritage makes us who we are.   Honoring that heritage through a commitment to community service is the challenge we face each and every day!

The

On Saturday morning we left Hotel Roanoke and headed to luncheon at the Greenbrier in White Sulphur Springs, WV where we were greeted by Barby Frankenberry, State Regent, and 16 West Virginia Daughters. The Greenbrier has been nestled in the Allegheny Mountains since 1778 and served as a military hospital