I'm so proud of the nation's first lady Michelle Obama. Her fashions are always one of the favorite subjects of the media. Her mix of "off the rack" items coupled with designer fashions keeps her appealing and helps her represent our country in an extraordinary manner. However, there's a single question that's always hiding in the background- who pays for her wardrobe? The question has dogged every first lady in history from the likes of Dolly Madison through Laura Bush. Naturally, Mrs. Obama is not an exception. One thing I know for sure, the taxpayers are not footing the bill, contrary to what some critics say.