White House Wednesdays

Official White House Photo by Shealah Craighead With all the fanfare of their First State Dinner, many missed a new addition in the Diplomatic Reception Room.  However, during President Trump’s historic announcement of the United States’ withdrawal from the Iran Nuclear Deal last week, Mrs. Trump made news. Everything in the Diplomatic Reception Room looked… Read More


Barbara Pierce Bush was known as the “Silver Fox,” her graceful façade also earned her the national role of “America’s grandmother.” But for many, Mrs. Barbara Bush far exceeded the expectations of First Lady. While her role as a more traditional wife was emphasized; she deserves credit for her unparalleled work literacy efforts and most… Read More


  For 140 years one White House tradition has remained for millions of families across the country. This year marks the 140th Annual White House Easter Egg Roll on the South Lawn.   Truly remarkable when you think about all the country has endured in times of battle, times of sorrow, times of joy, this annual… Read More


  Just as the sun began to set, President and Mrs. Trump continued a much loved White House tradition by opening the South Lawn to 6,000 trick-or-treaters that included children from military families, DMV area schools, the Boy Scouts, YMCA  and other community groups.  Instead of the traditional red carpet in front of the Diplomatic Reception… Read More