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12/22/2024

Happy Birthday Lady Bird Johnson!

Happy Birthday Claudia Johnson! Besides being the namesake in Austin and 's dog's name, I don't know much about her! I'm looking forward to learning more about 's wife.

Lady Bird Johnson was the wife of President Lyndon B. Johnson and served as the First Lady of the United States from 1963 to 1969. She was born Claudia Alta Taylor on December 22, 1912, in Karnack, Texas. Her nursemaid gave her the nickname "Lady Bird" as a child, and the name stuck. Lady Bird was known for beautifying the nation's highways and promoting conservation and the protection of natural beauty. She passed away on July 11, 2007, at 94.

12/13/2024

Happy Birthday Mary Todd Lincoln!

Mary Todd Lincoln was the wife of President Abraham Lincoln and served as the First Lady of the United States from 1861 to 1865. She was born Mary Ann Todd on December 13, 1818, in Lexington, Kentucky. She married Abraham Lincoln in 1842.

The trauma this woman went through, losing several children, a carriage accident that left her with chronic pain, and the big one of being there when her husband was assassinated. MTL came from a southern family and hosted her brother, a confederate soldier, at the white house during the war. She also spent a ton of money on decorations and clothes to feel like she belonged in the DC set. We'll learn more about her together! If any of our first ladies deserves a hug, it's Mary.

After her husband died in 1865, Mary struggled financially and with mental health issues, which led to a period of institutionalization. She died on July 16, 1882, at 63, in Springfield, IL.

(Lincoln himself left Springfield to go to DC to start his first term as President and never went back to his hometown)

11/22/2024

Happy Birthday our dear Abigail Adams!

Abigail Smith Adams was the wife of President John Adams and served as the unofficial First Lady of the United States from 1797 to 1801. She was born on November 22, 1744, in Weymouth, Massachusetts. She married John Adams in 1764, and they had six children together. She was known for her intelligence and political savvy, and for her efforts to support her husband's presidency. She was also an advocate for women's rights and education, and is often remembered for her influential letters to her husband on these and other topics. She passed away on October 28, 1818, at the age of 73.

11/14/2024

Happy Birthday Mamie Eisenhower!

Mamie Eisenhower was the wife of President Dwight D. Eisenhower and served as the First Lady of the United States from 1953 to 1961. She was born Mamie Geneva Doud on November 14, 1896, in Boone, Iowa. She married Dwight D. Eisenhower in 1916, and they had two children together. She was known for her energetic and outgoing personality, and for her efforts to promote American culture and values during her husband's presidency. She passed away on November 1, 1979, at the age of 82.

11/12/2024

Happy Birthday Letitia Tyler!

Letitia Tyler was the first wife of John Tyler, the 10th President of the United States, serving as First Lady from 1841 until her death in 1842. Born Letitia Christian on November 12, 1790, in New Kent County, Virginia, she was the first First Lady to die while her husband was in office. Due to her ill health, she played a limited public role. Letitia passed away on September 10, 1842.

11/04/2024

Happy Birthday Laura Bush!

Laura Bush is the wife of George W. Bush, the 43rd President of the United States, and served as First Lady from 2001 to 2009. Born Laura Lane Welch on November 4, 1946, in Midland, Texas, she is known for her advocacy for education, literacy, and women's health. During her tenure, she launched initiatives to promote reading and supported global health programs.

10/26/2024

Happy happy birthday !! Featuring pics from the "Some Girls Are Born to Lead" which I am not allowed to read to my kids because I cannot get through it without sobbing.

Hillary Clinton is the wife of Bill Clinton, the 42nd President of the United States, and served as First Lady from 1993 to 2001. Born Hillary Diane Rodham on October 26, 1947, in Chicago, Illinois, she is known for her advocacy for healthcare reform and women's rights. After her tenure as First Lady, she served as a U.S. Senator, Secretary of State, and was the Democratic nominee for President in 2016.

10/15/2024

Happy Birthday Edith Wilson!

Edith Wilson was the second wife of Woodrow Wilson, the 28th President of the United States, serving as First Lady from 1915 to 1921. Born Edith Bolling on October 15, 1872, in Wytheville, Virginia, she played a significant role in her husband's administration, especially after his stroke in 1919. Edith was often referred to as the "secret president" for her management of his affairs. She passed away on December 28, 1961.

10/13/2024

Happy Birthday Doug Emhoff! !!

Doug Emhoff is an American lawyer and the first Second Gentleman of the United States, a title he assumed when his wife, Kamala Harris, became Vice President in 2021. Born on October 13, 1964, in Brooklyn, New York, Emhoff built a successful career as an entertainment lawyer, specializing in intellectual property, litigation, and media law. He has worked at several prestigious law firms and served as a partner at DLA Piper before stepping away from private practice to support Harris’s political career. As Second Gentleman, Emhoff focuses on issues like food insecurity, legal access, and social justice while also advocating for the Jewish community, being the first Jewish spouse of a U.S. vice president.

10/11/2024

Happy Happy Birthday to our Dear ER!

Please check out my episode on Eleanor and Loreana Hickock on !

Eleanor Roosevelt was the wife of Franklin D. Roosevelt, the 32nd President of the United States, serving as First Lady from 1933 to 1945. Born Anna Eleanor Roosevelt on October 11, 1884, in New York City, she was an outspoken advocate for civil rights, women's rights, and human rights. She redefined the role of First Lady through her active participation in politics and humanitarian efforts. Eleanor passed away on November 7, 1962.

10/04/2024

Happy Birthday Eliza Johnson!

Eliza Johnson was the wife of Andrew Johnson, the 17th President of the United States, serving as First Lady from 1865 to 1869. Born Eliza McCardle on October 4, 1810, in Telford, Tennessee, she was a supportive and influential partner to her husband despite her ill health. She preferred a private role, with her daughter taking on many public duties. Eliza passed away on January 15, 1876.

10/01/2024

Happy Birthday, Caroline Harrison!

Caroline Harrison was the wife of Benjamin Harrison, the 23rd President of the United States, serving as First Lady from 1889 to 1892.

Born Caroline Lavinia Scott on October 1, 1832, in Oxford, Ohio, she was an advocate for women’s education and the arts. She oversaw significant White House renovations and was the first president-general of the Daughters of the American Revolution. Caroline passed away on October 25, 1892.

09/27/2024

Happy Birthday Martha Jefferson!

Martha Jefferson Randolph was the daughter of Thomas Jefferson, the 3rd President of the United States. Born Martha Jefferson on September 27, 1772, at Monticello, Virginia, she was often called "Patsy." After her mother, Martha Wayles Skelton Jefferson, passed away in 1782, Patsy became a close companion and hostess for her father. During Jefferson's presidency, she occasionally acted as the First Lady, performing social and ceremonial duties. Martha Jefferson Randolph passed away on October 10, 1836.

09/21/2024

Happy Birthday Margaret Taylor!

Margaret Taylor was the wife of Zachary Taylor, the 12th President of the United States, serving as First Lady from 1849 to 1850. Born Margaret Mackall Smith on September 21, 1788, in Calvert County, Maryland, she was known for her reclusive nature and aversion to public life. Peggy delegated many social duties to her daughter. She passed away on August 14, 1852.

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