As the mother of four I am often asked how to keep children interested in history, as it is so important. Children that find a love for history don’t just make great citizens but a love for history can lead to many great things later down the road. Some might not be that obvious –… Read More
The British Royals made headlines this morning with the announcement that Charles, Prince of Wales and heir apparent to the British throne, has tested positive for the coronavirus. The Palace released a statement, “He has been displaying mild symptoms but otherwise remains in good health and has been working from home throughout the last few… Read More
A Daily Caller Op-Ed, 12/5/2019. https://dailycaller.com/2019/12/05/pickens-melania-trump-christmas/ “The Spirit of America” is bright, peaceful and bold in the beautiful 2019 White House Christmas decorations selected by First Lady Melania Trump. Walking through the White House this year, one cannot help but be reminded of our nation’s proud heritage and take special pride in being inside the… Read More
The tradition of lighting the National Christmas Tree dates back to 1923 with President Calvin Coolidge, and tonight President and Mrs. Trump continue that tradition in President’s Park just outside the White House grounds in the Ellipse. In conjunction with the National Parks Service and National Parks Foundation, the annual event drew thousands of… Read More
Nancy Reagan loved Christmas – and like everything else that she did at the White House, she took Christmas to the next level, and their years at the White House were some of the most spectacular. And the Reagan library is carrying on that tradition. People loved the idea of going to Mount Vernon for… Read More
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