Month: October 2025

On October 26, 2025, I attended the District XIII Fall Meeting of the Daughters of the American Revolution. I currently serve as the Assistant Director of District XIII. The meeting was both an informative and uplifting experience — truly an inspiring day among dedicated women who share a deep love of history, service, and country.

Our District Director, Diana Arnold, delivered an outstanding presentation titled “My Mother Wears Combat Boots.” She shared her own journey of service in the U.S. Army, where she rose to the rank of Major with the 349th Combat Support Hospital and the 2nd Medical Brigade, QRF, serving from 2005 to 2019. Her talk was powerful, personal, and deeply moving — a vivid reminder of courage, dedication, and leadership.

As part of the program, I had the honor of presenting updates for the America 250! initiative. I shared highlights from my recent experiences at the Miramar celebration of the 250th birthdays of both the U.S. Navy and the U.S. Marines, as well as my opportunity to broadcast live from the Battleship Iowa as AG603 in honor of the Navy’s 250th anniversary.

During the meeting, the nominating committee for the 2026–2028 District Board was formed. I was later asked if I would be willing to serve as Director of District XIII — and I accepted. I feel that there are many Daughters more qualified than mer, but I am willing to learn and to try.

It was a meaningful day filled with inspiration, pride, and gratitude — a reminder of how service, in all its forms, connects us across generations.

Journey On! Keep On Questing!

Finding comfort, connection, and lifelong joy in the pages of a good book

My Hobbies: Reading and Sleeping

My hobbies are reading and sleeping — probably in that order, though not always. I’ve loved reading for as long as I can remember. My father read every single day, and I followed right in his footsteps.

I read as often as I can — usually in the afternoon before my nap, again before dinner, and one more time before bed. And if I wake up in the middle of the night, I’ll read a few more pages. It relaxes me and helps me drift peacefully back to sleep.

My favorite genre is historical fiction. I’ve read many — probably hundreds — of books in that category. I especially enjoy stories set during the Civil War era, but I truly love all kinds of historical fiction. You can learn so much from those pages.

They say historical fiction writers must have every paperclip in place — every detail just right — and I believe it. I’ve learned a surprising amount of true history from the historical fiction novels I’ve read.

Reading, for me, is both a comfort and a lifelong companion.

I also belong to the California State Society Daughters of the American Revolution Book Club, and I’ve been a member for several years now. We meet every other month, and I truly look forward to each gathering. Our most recent book was absolutely fantastic — one of those reads that stays with you long after the last page. Every meeting brings thoughtful conversation, shared insights, and a deep appreciation for the stories that connect us.

We had a wonderful meeting of the Daughters of Union Veterans of the Civil War, 1861–1865, on Saturday, October 18th. The Hannah Anderson Ropes Tent No. 86, Department of California/Nevada, gathered for a great afternoon of fellowship and planning.

It was such a joy spending time with these dedicated ladies as we look ahead to our Christmas brunch in December!

JOURNEY ON! KEEP ON QUESTING!