Army Staff Sgt. Robert Kubas, a training noncommissioned officer, with the North Carolina National Guard’s 42nd Civil Support Team uses a portable scanner during a security sweep with dozens of law enforcement, first responders and other professionals on duty for Governor Roy Cooper’s inauguration ball in Raleigh, North Carolina, Jan. 6, 2017. The NCNG experts in chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear defense checked sites downtown for any possible threat as part of security operations for the event protecting local businesses, residents, the governor and guests. “They (CST) are a force multiplier when screening, analyzing and monitoring scenes for these (CBRN) types of hazards,” said Tim Luper, a leader with the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Sgt. 1st Class Robert Jordan, North Carolina National Guard Public Affairs / Released)

Inauguration balls are quite in vogue this year. Hop on the bandwagon and celebrate by hosting a formal patriotic party of your own.

Army 2nd Lt. Frazier Sanders, a survey team leader, right, and Army Maj. Ginn David, a physician’s assistant, both with the North Carolina National Guard’s 42nd Civil Support Team deploy for a security sweep joining dozens of law enforcement, first responders and other professionals on duty for Governor Roy Cooper’s inauguration ball in Raleigh, North Carolina, Jan. 6, 2017. The NCNG experts in chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear defense checked sites downtown for any possible threat as part of security operations for the event protecting local businesses, residents, the governor and guests. “They (CST) are a force multiplier when screening, analyzing and monitoring scenes for these (CBRN) types of hazards,” said Tim Luper, a leader with the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Sgt. 1st Class Robert Jordan, North Carolina National Guard Public Affairs / Released)

Army Staff Sgt. Robert Kubas, a training noncommissioned officer, left, and Army Sgt. Mario Delgado, a survey team member, center, both with the North Carolina National Guard’s 42nd Civil Support Team during a security sweep with dozens of law enforcement, first responders and other professionals on duty for Governor Roy Cooper’s inauguration ball in Raleigh, North Carolina, Jan. 6, 2017. The NCNG experts in chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear defense checked sites downtown for any possible threat as part of security operations for the event protecting local businesses, residents, the governor and guests. “They (CST) are a force multiplier when screening, analyzing and monitoring scenes for these (CBRN) types of hazards,” said Tim Luper, a leader with the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Sgt. 1st Class Robert Jordan, North Carolina National Guard Public Affairs / Released)

Army 2nd Lt. Frazier Sanders, a survey team leader, right, and Army Maj. Ginn David, a physician’s assistant, both with the North Carolina National Guard’s 42nd Civil Support Team deploy for a security sweep joining dozens of law enforcement, first responders and other professionals on duty for Governor Roy Cooper’s inauguration ball in Raleigh, North Carolina, Jan. 6, 2017. The NCNG experts in chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear defense checked sites downtown for any possible threat as part of security operations for the event protecting local businesses, residents, the governor and guests. “They (CST) are a force multiplier when screening, analyzing and monitoring scenes for these (CBRN) types of hazards,” said Tim Luper, a leader with the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Sgt. 1st Class Robert Jordan, North Carolina National Guard Public Affairs / Released)

Army 2nd Lt. Frazier Sanders, a survey team leader, with the North Carolina National Guard’s 42nd Civil Support Team deploys for a security sweep joining dozens of law enforcement, first responders and other professionals on duty for Governor Roy Cooper’s inauguration ball in Raleigh, North Carolina, Jan. 6, 2017. The NCNG experts in chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear defense checked sites downtown for any possible threat as part of security operations for the event protecting local businesses, residents, the governor and guests. “They (CST) are a force multiplier when screening, analyzing and monitoring scenes for these (CBRN) types of hazards,” said Tim Luper, a leader with the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Sgt. 1st Class Robert Jordan, North Carolina National Guard Public Affairs / Released)

Army Sgt. Mario Delgado, a survey team member, with the North Carolina National Guard’s 42nd Civil Support Team checks for any hazards during a security sweep with dozens of law enforcement, first responders and other professionals on duty for Governor Roy Cooper’s inauguration ball in Raleigh, North Carolina, Jan. 6, 2017. The NCNG experts in chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear defense checked sites downtown for any possible threat as part of security operations for the event protecting local businesses, residents, the governor and guests. “They (CST) are a force multiplier when screening, analyzing and monitoring scenes for these (CBRN) types of hazards,” said Tim Luper, a leader with the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Sgt. 1st Class Robert Jordan, North Carolina National Guard Public Affairs / Released)

Army Staff Sgt. Robert Kubas, a training noncommissioned officer, with the North Carolina National Guard’s 42nd Civil Support Team secures a door during a security sweep with dozens of law enforcement, first responders and other professionals on duty for Governor Roy Cooper’s inauguration ball in Raleigh, North Carolina, Jan. 6, 2017. The NCNG experts in chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear defense checked sites downtown for any possible threat as part of security operations for the event protecting local businesses, residents, the governor and guests. “They (CST) are a force multiplier when screening, analyzing and monitoring scenes for these (CBRN) types of hazards,” said Tim Luper, a leader with the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Sgt. 1st Class Robert Jordan, North Carolina National Guard Public Affairs / Released)

Army 2nd Lt. Frazier Sanders, a survey team leader, left, and Army Maj. Ginn David, a physician’s assistant, both with the North Carolina National Guard’s 42nd Civil Support Team deploy for a security sweep joining dozens of law enforcement, first responders and other professionals on duty for Governor Roy Cooper’s inauguration ball in Raleigh, North Carolina, Jan. 6, 2017. The NCNG experts in chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear defense checked sites downtown for any possible threat as part of security operations for the event protecting local businesses, residents, the governor and guests. “They (CST) are a force multiplier when screening, analyzing and monitoring scenes for these (CBRN) types of hazards,” said Tim Luper, a leader with the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Sgt. 1st Class Robert Jordan, North Carolina National Guard Public Affairs / Released)

Army 2nd Lt. Frazier Sanders, a survey team leader, with the North Carolina National Guard’s 42nd Civil Support Team deploys for a security sweep joining dozens of law enforcement, first responders and other professionals on duty for Governor Roy Cooper’s inauguration ball in Raleigh, North Carolina, Jan. 6, 2017. The NCNG experts in chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear defense checked sites downtown for any possible threat as part of security operations for the event protecting local businesses, residents, the governor and guests. “They (CST) are a force multiplier when screening, analyzing and monitoring scenes for these (CBRN) types of hazards,” said Tim Luper, a leader with the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Sgt. 1st Class Robert Jordan, North Carolina National Guard Public Affairs / Released)

rverspirit / Eddie McHugh found this barn with a painted flag; since OBAMA's inauguration day I like the US flag more than before... If a new vision is there, the changes will follow...

And Happy Bokeh Wednesday to the new regime.

2013-JAN-21; Tari and Mark Bauer at the Tarrant County Democratic Party Inaugural Ball - celebrating the second administration of President Obama

President Donald J. Trump, Vice President Mike Pence and their families conclude the first dance during the Liberty Ball at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, Washington, D.C., Jan. 20, 2017. Trump was sworn into office at the 58th Presidential Inauguration supported by more than 5,000 military members from across all branches of the armed forces of the United States (DoD photo by U.S. Army Sgt. Ashley Marble)

More protesters outside the DeploraBall than attendees inside. But our tix were free.

Carol Schwartz and Marion Barry dancing on stage at the Adrian Fenty Inaugural Ball.

A Joint Services Color Guard exits the stage while the U.S. Air Force Band performs during the Liberty Ball, at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, Washington, D.C., Jan. 20, 2017. More than 5,000 military members from across all branches of the armed forces of the United States, including Reserve and National Guard components, provide ceremonial support and Defense Support of Civil Authorities during the inaugural period. (DoD photo by U.S. Army Sgt. Ashley Marble)

The U.S. Air Force Band stands silhouetted on stage during the Liberty Ball, at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, Washington, D.C., Jan. 20, 2017. More than 5,000 military members from across all branches of the armed forces of the United States, including Reserve and National Guard components, provide ceremonial support and Defense Support of Civil Authorities during the inaugural period. (DoD photo by U.S. Army Sgt. Ashley Marble)

The U.S. Air Force Band performs during the Liberty Ball at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, Washington, D.C., Jan. 20, 2017. More than 5,000 military members from across all branches of the armed forces of the United States, including Reserve and National Guard components, provide ceremonial support and Defense Support of Civil Authorities during the inaugural period. (DoD photo by U.S. Army Sgt. Ashley Marble)

A Joint Services Color Guard presents the colors while the U.S. Air Force Band performs the National Anthem during the Liberty Ball, at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, Washington, D.C., Jan. 20, 2017. More than 5,000 military members from across all branches of the armed forces of the United States, including Reserve and National Guard components, provide ceremonial support and Defense Support of Civil Authorities during the inaugural period. (DoD photo by U.S. Army Sgt. Ashley Marble)

A Joint Services Color Guard marches on stage during the National Anthem performed by the U.S. Air Force Band during the Liberty Ball, at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, Washington, D.C., Jan. 20, 2017. More than 5,000 military members from across all branches of the armed forces of the United States, including Reserve and National Guard components, provide ceremonial support and Defense Support of Civil Authorities during the inaugural period. (DoD photo by U.S. Army Sgt. Ashley Marble)

Mayor and Mrs. Adrian Fenty waving to the crowd at the Inaugural Ball.

A Joint Services Color Guard presents the colors during the National Anthem performed by the U.S. Air Force Band during the Liberty Ball, at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, Washington, D.C., Jan. 20, 2017. More than 5,000 military members from across all branches of the armed forces of the United States, including Reserve and National Guard components, provide ceremonial support and Defense Support of Civil Authorities during the inaugural period. (DoD photo by U.S. Army Sgt. Ashley Marble)

Phil, Genie, Andrea, Luci, & Jessica

The U.S. Air Force Band stands on stage during the Liberty Ball, at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, Washington, D.C., Jan. 20, 2017. More than 5,000 military members from across all branches of the armed forces of the United States, including Reserve and National Guard components, provide ceremonial support and Defense Support of Civil Authorities during the inaugural period. (DoD photo by U.S. Army Sgt. Ashley Marble)

Michelle Fenty whispers to her husband, Adrian, the new mayor of Washington DC.

2013-JAN-21; Randy Daniels, Vila Campagna, and Mark Bauer at the Tarrant County Democratic Party Inaugural Ball - celebrating the second administration of President Obama

Dancing at the Virtual Alliance Library Inauguration Ball

The U.S. Air Force Band performs during the Liberty Ball at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, Washington, D.C., Jan. 20, 2017. More than 5,000 military members from across all branches of the armed forces of the United States, including Reserve and National Guard components, provide ceremonial support and Defense Support of Civil Authorities during the inaugural period. (DoD photo by U.S. Army Sgt. Ashley Marble)

Dancing at the Virtual Alliance Library Inauguration Ball.

Dancing at the Virtual Alliance Library Inauguration Ball.

2013-JAN-21; Stephen Maxwell and Betty Fischer at the Tarrant County Democratic Party Inaugural Ball - celebrating the second administration of President Obama

Mayor of DC, Adrian Fenty, with a big smile on his face at his Inaugural Ball.

Beyonce sang 'At Last'

Dancing at the Virtual Alliance Library Inauguration Ball.

2013-JAN-21; Randy Daniels and Tari Bauer at the Tarrant County Democratic Party Inaugural Ball - celebrating the second administration of President Obama

Fenty Inaugural Ball

2013-JAN-21; Mark Bauer, Don Jaquess, and Randy Daniels at the Tarrant County Democratic Party Inaugural Ball - celebrating the second administration of President Obama

A pony for every American!

A pony for every American!

Lubbock Democratic Party made "I Support President Obama" bumper stickers and buttons available.