Blog de la Primera Dama

Youth Art Month

I developed a love for the arts at a very young age, when I began playing the piano. For me, and for many young Texans, the arts – whether it be

Stay Safe and Remain Diligent During Severe Weather

Yesterday Greg visited portions of Southeast Texas that have been hit hard by rain and severe flooding. Greg surveyed the damage and received a briefi

Celebrating and Honoring Texas Women

March is Women’s History Month in Texas! Throughout the rich history of our state, women have made lasting contributions, and I am so pleased to

Celebrating Read Across America Day

Reading has always been one of my favorite things to do! And as a former teacher and principal, I know that the most important thing for the future of

Texas CASA: 25 Years of Making a Difference for Texas Children

Earlier this week, Greg and I had the privilege of attending the 25th anniversary luncheon for Texas Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children (T

February is African-American History Month

Earlier this month, Greg issued a proclamation naming February 2016 to be African-American History Month in Texas. Since the earliest days of our grea

National Wear Red Day

It is well known that Texas women are resilient, and our undeniable strength reflects our state’s independent spirit.  However, an importan

2015 Year In Review

Earlier this week, Greg released the first “Report to the People of Texas.” The report took a look at the shared successes of Texas d