Did you Know?

Did you know that whoever the First Lady (the President of the United States' wife) is traditionally take on an "issue" that they care about and then make it their focus while their husband is in office?

Michelle Obama decided to take on childhood obesity while her husband, Barack Obama, is in office. She started a campaign to get kids off the couch.  She called the campaign "Let's Move!" It all about healthy eating for kids along with getting more physically active.  On the website for Let's Move! (http://www.letsmove.gov/) they provide practical advice on getting healthy.

Back in 2009 Mrs. Obama decided that the White House was missing something.... A GARDEN!!!   They started out small and now they have a huge garden that produces hundreds of pounds of produce (fruits and veggies) a year!!!  The produce is used in the White House kitchen and is eaten by the President, First Lady, their daughters, along with many different official personnel and guests to the White House.  

No matter what your political views are I think we can all agree that the focus on getting our children healthy, eating more natural foods, and stopping childhood obesity is a great thing.  I am happy that Mrs. Obama has not only taken on this goal, but is also setting a great example for families all across the country.

Mrs. Obama and local school children breaking ground on the White House Kitchen Garden, Spring 2009.

Mrs. Obama and local school children harvesting the produce from the White House Kitchen Garden.

Mrs. Obama and the Obama's dog, Bo, enjoying the view in the White House Kitchen Garden.

 Want to know more about the White House Kitchen Garden?  Visit this official video to see how the garden got started and what they use the produce for! - The Kitchen Garden at the White House