American history

History Matters – originally published December 4, 2008

/ Susan's Musings /

I love living in the Pacific Northwest. The myriad shades of green, white snow capped mountains and sparkling blue waters (well, when the sun is out) are a balm to the soul. The pace of life is gentle and soothing to one who grew up in New York City. But, aside from Indian annals, there

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One Nation Under God – originally posted Dec. 18, 2008

/ Susan's Musings /

  The obituary took me by surprise. When I first learned of the Rev. George Docherty, I unthinkingly placed him in the category of historical personage. Yet, there was the notice of his death on Thanksgiving, 2008, at the age of 97.  Along with those my age and younger, I learned the Pledge of Allegiance

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