Judging by Georgia standards, DC has yet to get into real summer weather. It's a good thing because this week has been by far the busiest. I have been working hard on researching for the campaign, taking RSVPs for and planning the Leadership Conference in July, and compiling donor lists.

On Tuesday, I attended a cocktail party at the penthouse apartment of a large supporter. There were about 40 of the largest Republican supporters present and about 8 Senators. It was certainly an amazing experience to be in the company of such large supporters.

On Wednesday, we had the Patriot Breakfast in the morning and a political conference in the afternoon. From there, I accompanied Senator Thune to the National Republican Senatorial Committee (NRSC) to make fundraising calls. By the time we wrapped up there, it was time to head to the President's Dinner.  At the dinner, I arrived with Senator Thune and staffed him until the dinner was over. Most of us got great seats up front for dinner and were able to hear the President speak. We all stayed for the concert and got a chance to meet Congressmen and other interns.

Over the weekend we had the pleasure of touring the White House with an E. Fleming Mason alum, Chris Cook. In the morning we toured the East Wing then had lunch together. The afternoon was dedicated to a tour of the Executive Office Buildings and West Wing. Not many people get to see this part of the White House anymore, so we all felt very lucky. As a group I think we all appreciated the fact that a former E. Fleming Intern was now giving us a tour of the White House. After a great weekend of sightseeing it was back to the grindstone of work on "The Hill."