They both look coffinesque.
Posted on 06/07/2004 7:43:41 AM PDT by BigWaveBetty
They both look coffinesque.
All this week we have been remembering the words and beliefs of Ronald Reagan. Today, in our final installment, the 40th President talks about God's faithfulness and love.
"Our mission stretches far beyond our boarders, God's family knows no boarders. In your life, you face daily trials, but millions of believers in other lands face far worse--they are mocked and persecuted for the crime of loving God.
To every religious dissident trapped in that cold cruel existence, we send our love and support. Our message---you are not alone--you are not forgotten--do not lose your faith and hope because someday you too will be free.
If the Lord (applause) if the Lord is our light our strength and our salvation, whom shall we fear? Of whom shall we be afraid? No matter where we live, we have a promise that can make all the difference, a promise from Jesus to sooth our sorrows, heal our hearts and drive away our fears.
He promised there will never be a dark night that does not end, our weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning. He promised if our hearts are true, His love will be as sure as sunlight and by dying for us--Jesus showed how far our love should be ready to go...all the way.
"For God so loved the world that He gave his only begotten son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish but have everlasting life." (applause).
I wish I could say I'm shocked, but sadly I'm not.
Those 10 or 20 probably were the only such "anti-Reagan" protesters to be found, but of course they merited being photographed. Their behavior was only slightly more disgusting than the Clintons' at the funeral. Good grief. Those two couldn't act more childishly if they tried. Thank goodness they didn't drag Chelsea and her live-in to the ceremony.
Did anything else tacky occur that I missed?
Otherwise, the funeral was quite dignified, beautiful and worthy of Ronald Reagan's memory. I was quite touched by what Lady Thatcher and Mr. Mulroney said, in particular.
There's a Gorby quote out there that sums up his frustration at Reagan's ability to out maneuver Gorby at every turn. I can't remember it, any help producing it would be appreciated.
I finally got to see most of all the memorial and the funeral. President and Nancy Reagan have a gem of a minister, (Last name Wenning) and everyone who spoke (GWB, Thatcher and GHWB were my favorites) so eloquently with words full of love and appreciation. But then came Ronnie Jr., oh no, I thought to myself, he wouldn't, he couldn't say something inappropriate. He did. He veiled it pretty well but I'm sure most got his meaning.
And of course the purveyors of low rent manners (bill and hill) took a nap as President Bush spoke.
HLL and I have agreed we're leaving the country when Heckle and Jeckle kick the bucket.
Please, please tell me the GWB boys were having fun making algore sweat (not a momentous feat to make al sweat, but nevertheless funny as all get out!).
The computer is behaving badly again and I can't search for much of anything, back to the puter guru.
I thought the service in Simi Valley was nice - the three children did well, but poor Nancy broke down at the very end, after being presented the flag from the casket. The clicking cameras sounded like tapdancers!
The other networks cut away after that to more chatter (has Chris Matthews ever had an unexpressed thought?), but CSPAN continued to show the attendees stepping up to the casket and paying their last respects, which was interesting - everyone from Wayne Newton to Wayne Gretzky (his wife looked very emotional). Mickey Rooney gave Ron a snappy salute, while Lady Thatcher bowed. Finally, after the guests had gone, the members of the military band came up, two by two, and saluted slowly in unison, as the sun set.
Out of respect for Ron and Nancy Reagan, I will not say anything negative about their son Ron, but let's just say I took note of his inappropriate, swipe at a certain President.
Oh, not me. It will be too interesting. The hillbillies will pull out all the stops in their effort to one-up RR's send-off. But going back to Little Rock just can't compete with the "sea to shining sea" picture-perfect tribute to President Reagan. The foundation for all this week's tributes was LOVE. From the storybook love affair between Ron and Nancy, to his unmistakable love for this country, his God and for freedom.
The Toons have no such foundation.
When x42 slinks away, the commentators will be respectful. Guests will swoon in an Elvis sort of way, but it will ring false. Between the lines, we'll know that they know it was all about him. He loved himself. They won't say it, but they'll know his was a wasted presidency.
When you put it that way,,, it's almost sounds like fun. Hmm, might have to rethink that trip.
Clinton did nothing of lasting value or worth during his 8 years occupying the White House.(Occupation is an appropriate term) What great accomplishments would be discussed as his legacy?
Don't ask, don't tell?
Bringing down the evil Branch Davidians?
His saxophone playing? Bombing an aspirin factory?
Making oral sex a household word?
My husband remarked last night that he didn't think Bill would go for the large funeral because he doesn't believe he'll ever die.
I did not lose it till Micheal Reagan got up to speak and then boy oh boy did I go through the Kleenex (although I did take a pause to hold my breath when young Ron got up-just knew he would do something inappropriate-he did but it was veiled and restrained).
The rest of the service everything got to me, the music, the flyover, the taps and then when Nancy did not want to leave and the kids came and comforted her (wonder what they said to get her to leave? Either "we'll come back later" or "we must go so this is over by sunset")
Poppy Bush is starting his birthday celebration and will make his parachute jump on Sunday...41@80
Oooo, thanks for posting that horrible photo. It inspired more thoughts about the Toon's eventual leavetaking. He will have to be eulogized by Algore and, leading up to it, every commentator will have no choice but to recall Gore's stupid exclamation on impeachment day that Toon would go down as "one of our greatest presidents"...LOL!
One of my favorite symbolisms this week was the Reagans travelling on the presidential plane.
What would be more appropriate than for Hillary and the Gores to board a BUS bound for Little Rock?! They could strap x42's casket to the luggage rack on top. Rather than bells tolling, they could toot the horn 42 times! Bring along Jimmuh Cahter to schlepp their luggage! And stop at every BBQ joint along the way. The public could line the roadways and toss cigars as they pass.
I figure, since the Toons have been too lazy to submit plans for his funeral, why shouldn't we plan it for them?!!!
And here's an image you will NOT see at the Toon's funeral:
Marine Sgt. Ethan Rocke weeps as he salutes the Honor Guard carrying the flag-draped casket of former President Reagan
When x42 slinks away, the commentators will be respectful. Guests will swoon in an Elvis sort of way, but it will ring false. Between the lines, we'll know that they know it was all about him. He loved himself. They won't say it, but they'll know his was a wasted presidency.
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Absolutely perfect analysis.
I guess that there must be horses in heaven.
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