THE VIRGINIAN-PILOT
Copyright (c) 1996, Landmark Communications, Inc.
DATE: Wednesday, February 7, 1996 TAG: 9602070012
SECTION: FRONT PAGE: A10 EDITION: FINAL
TYPE: Letter
LENGTH: Short : 26 lines
Virginia is my home, but what American doesn't look to Virginia for historical and emotional heritage? Songs are a part of this heritage, and I hope the state will choose well for the future of its new song.
The Old Dominion,'' by Adele Abrahamse, makes the back of my neck prickle - as a good and stirring song should do. I like the words, which look to the past but also build toward the future.
I am now writing my 76th book. I have used Nelson County as a background for some of my mystery novels. It seems to me that ``The Old Dominion'' does justice to the natural beauty I see out my windows.
And, most important, it is both distinctive and singable. The title, of course, is perfect.
PHYLLIS A. WHITNEY
Faber, Jan. 20, 1996 by CNB