Because of unseen challenges, this year's Inauguration Reunion DoubleNickle Birthday Tour went on without me. My friends were however able to bust into the White House and leave The Willard a far better place. When I stumbled across this surprise appearance by Bo and Mrs. O just days before, I like the first lady in line thought...."is this a dream?'

Speckled Dog would like to note that she is quite impressed with Bo. Also thanks to Virginia Senator Jim Webb and North Carolina Kay Hagen for their help in putting this anniversary weekend together. As a side note~a big thank you goes out to the handsome twin who worked very, very hard up to the final hours to try and get Speckled Dog a seat at the STOTU.