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Spreading smiles to sick and siblings, 1 cake at a time

By Rachel Nania

WASHINGTON – Two years ago this May, 4-year-old Emma Baker of Germantown, Md., was diagnosed with Leukemia.

While receiving weekly treatments at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, the head oncology nurse told the Bakers, who have five children, about a program that had the potential to bring a smile to Emma’s face and the faces of her four siblings.

The recommended service wasn’t an elaborate trip to Disney World or front row tickets to a big-name concert. It was much more simple: two birthday cakes for Emma’s brothers.

“What a blessing it was for my husband and I

Emergency guide: What you should do to prepare for emergencies

By WTOP Staff
WASHINGTON — Do you know what you'd do if an emergency hits? What if you're at work, your spouse is stuck in traffic and your children are in school? There's no way to plan for every emergency, but you can make sure you're prepared for different scenarios, including making a plan for your family and building a kit of emergency supplies.
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