December EFM Coffee Morning

AAFSW hosted a morning coffee meeting in Arlington on December 14.  It was a good occasion to meet with our seasoned members and welcome some of new members while introducing our organization to those who have not yet joined. In addition to enjoying coffee and some treats, we had some lively conversations, touching on several…

Art and Diplomacy

The State Department’s role is diplomacy. At its heart, that means making people-to-people connections, and sharing elements of our culture with others, to achieve mutual understanding and friendship.  Art can be a powerful channel for such connections, and it is an area where spouses can take an active role. Throughout my postings abroad, I have been grateful…