First Lady Blog

Join the Fight Against Human Trafficking

January is Human Trafficking Prevention Month in Texas (see Greg's proclamation below), and Greg and I urge all Texans to join us in the fight aga

Texas Mentoring Month

Greg recently declared January 2016 “Mentoring Month” in Texas. In his designation, he points out that a mentor is someone who is caring,

Honoring the Fort Hood Hug Lady

Sunday I had the privilege of attending the memorial service of Elizabeth Laird, known lovingly by many as The Hug Lady. Mrs. Laird – a veteran

Information for Texans affected by severe weather this weekend

Greg and I offer our heartfelt prayers for our fellow Texans affected by the weekend storms and severe weather across our state. Our thoughts are with

The Most Wonderful Time of the Year at the Governor’s Mansion!

It’s Christmas time at the Governor’s Mansion! The halls of the Mansion have been decked for the holidays and the decorations are beaut

TBT - Tyler

Today’s TBT recalls my trip to Tyler a couple months ago. I had the opportunity to attend and speak at the Tyler Hispanic Business Alliance&rsqu

Dignity in Life Award

Last night I attended the 5th Annual Benefit Dinner for the St. John Paul II Life Center in Austin. The Center awarded Greg and me their 2015 Dignity

Honoring Our Veterans

Today, I join Greg in honoring America's bravest - our veterans. It is because of the service of our men and women who wore the uniform&