[Tex-Con-Man]

Amid the staggering trauma in the 9/11 aftermath, Bush became a pillar of strength, a wellspring of solace. Amid the intense sorrow and shock, his comforting voice helped heal the wounds, the wrenching pain and distress.

“This girl lost her mom in the World Trade Center on 9-11.”

Bush stopped and turned back.

“He changed from being the leader of the free world to being a father, a husband and a man,” Faulkner said. “He looked right at her and said, ‘How are you doing?’ He reached out with his hand and pulled her into his chest.”

Faulkner snapped one frame with his camera.

Original article:

http://www.enquirer.com/editions/2004/05/06/loc_moment06.html

[lonevoice]

Thank you for that. Our President conducted himself with honor, integrity and compassion throughout the aftermath of 911. That can never be taken away from him, though many still try. I can honestly say that President Bush was a part of my healing process, and I don't think I'm alone in that. He proved himself capable of beinging a great leader of a great nation throughout a time of unprecedented national crisis. His leadership was unwavering during our...

national grief...

As we found and embraced the enormity of our outrage...

And helped us find our strength and resolve

These are images that will be with me forever.