An Open Letter to President and Mrs. Bush on their VERY Happy 27th Wedding Anniversary!

11.5.04 | ohioWfan

[ohioWfan]

Dearest President and Mrs. Bush,

Last year on your anniversary, your many admirers here on Free Republic promised that for your next anniversary, we would give you four more years in the White House.
Well, Happy Anniversary!!

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What a year it has been! President Bush, we have anguished
over the vicious attacks on your character, and sensed how deeply it hurt you, Laura.
You have said often that it hurts to have the one you love attacked, and know how difficult a year this must have been for you both.

But at the same time, this campaign has also brought you out among the people of this country
who have come to love you both as few Presidents and First Ladies have ever been loved.
You have heard from thousands upon thousands of us that we pray for you, respect you, and indeed, love you.
You have heard the screams and thunderous applause of massive crowds and met one on one with volunteers who would do anything in their power, and spend as much time and effort as it took to assure your reelection.
You have seen the intense loyalty that your leadership, integrity, character and strength, humor and love have created in millions of Americans.

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We have heard you both say with a sense of nostalgia, that you knew no matter what happened,
this would be your last campaign together. And we remember your stories of your first ‘honeymoon’ campaign,
driving around Texas in your Olds Cutlass getting to know each other very well! But we have also sensed that regardless of the outcome of this election, you would still have each other, and because of your deep love and commitment to one another, that you both would be OK.

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Your marriage has been such a shining example to the American people of what a committed marriage is all about…….something that is so much needed in this age of self-centeredness and throw-away marriages, . President Bush, you have said that Laura is “the love of my life” and want you to know that we are touched when you say that. We have seen your eyes well up with tears when you talk about your beloved wife and your beautiful daughters (who think your marriage is great ), and it has given us a window into your very soul.

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Laura, we have seen your tender affection in holding your husband’s hand, or touching his arm in gentle support as he leads this nation through the turmoil of war and uncertainty, and know that your steadiness and serenity comforts and inspires him. We know that your intimate conversations when day is done and in the early morning hours are an encouragement and inspiration to him, and help him to continue to lead us with certitude and conviction.
We know that your prayers for him sustain him.

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A marriage like yours, which has endured the hardships and joys of 27 years of living and working as a team, and come out stronger and deeper because of them, is a precious gem in our contemporary culture.
The two of you are one……….and the American people have been privileged to get a glimpse into that unity at work as you have let us in on some private moments in public places.

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You have clearly placed God and your shared faith in Him at the center of your life together, and His work in you both is evident in the joy, radiance and peace that your faces reveal. God has richly blessed you in your marriage, and by choosing to allow you to lead us, He has blessed us as well.

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Thank you for your commitment to each other and to the sacrifice of serving America together.
We are praying fervently for you, and will be for the next four years and beyond. May God give you many, many more years together with days of peace and love, tenderness and passion, laughter and fun,
and more than a few romantic pick-up truck rides around the ranch!

HAPPY 27th ANNIVERSARY, President and Mrs. Bush!!!!

[SuziQ]

A very Happy 27th Anniversary to you, President and Mrs. Bush. May God Bless you with many more happy years together, and some grandchildren with whom to spend them!

[SuziQ]

Oh my goodness, that turquoise blue is just stunning on Laura! Her face just GLOWS!

[LisaMalia]

Happy Anniversary, Mr. President and Laura!

What a great couple! As Common Tator and I watched their appearance together in Columbus, Ohio..we were both moved by how devoted they were to each other, you could tell by the body language between them. The President was very protective of her, and kept glancing at her throughout his appearance. How refreshing!

[TheWyzzyrd]

Ok, that's it. That does it. Do you have a ping list (for 1st couple)? If so, put me on it! And, more pics here wouldn't hurt, either!

[ohioWfan]

Well, we have a ping list for A Day in the Life of President Bush...........and when Laura's with him, it's a First Couple thread.

Want to be added to it?

Here's a few more...........I REALLY like this one.....

[Right_in_Virginia]

What a wonderful tribute, ohioWfan for two wonderful people.

I am so grateful they have each other...and that we get to keep them both for another four years ;-)

[Freee-dame]

As a country, the no-longer-silent majority spoke and blessed President George W. Bush with our trust for another four years.

No longer silent sounds so good.

[dakine]

Not at all honey...I just didn't want to be on a "vanity" ping list, all straightened out now...

[ohioWfan]

Thanks, Right! Wonderful people is right! Sometimes I still pinch myself to be sure they're real. :o)

[ohioWfan]

We made a LOT of noise on Tuesday!

[TheWyzzyrd]

Yes, please add me to A Day in the Life ping list.

[phancypants]

You knew I would!
They are such a great couple, and a good example for whipper-snappers like me who are thinking of getting married.

[deadhead]

Lovely thread, beautiful photos.
Yes, 4 more years :-)
Thank You for the ping, ohioWfan
And thank you OHIO!

[nancetx]

I love Pres. and Mrs. Bush so much. I thank God for them and their being in our White House.

[libertylass]

You are united....not only to each other, but to our Lord. It's clear to me that a marriage of this caliber takes work through loyalty and trust and humor. You have the chemistry and the formula. God Bless you both for caring about us and our children. Happy 27th anniversary to the hunkiest couple in our White House....woooo-hoooo!!!

[NordP]

Here's hoping you have the most wonderful anniversary!!!

You both deserve it, and we will all be celebrating with you.

You two are the best couple. Your love inspires us all.

We won, we won, we won....GOODNESS WILL PREVAIL!

God told me, "As you believe, so it shall be."

We are so blessed!!!

HAVE THE BEST WEEKEND EVER!!!

Thank you for working so hard to save our country - putting your personal lives on hold so often.

HAPPY, HAPPY, HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!!!

NordP (www.pledgewear.com) – I PLEDGE ALLEGIANCE.

[NordP]

Oh, that last one of this series....W looks just like James Bond!

I LOVE Laura in orange ---my fav color. She looks so energetic---just radiant in it!

NordP (www.pledgewear.com) – I PLEDGE ALLEGIANCE.

[NordP]

oWf - This is absolutely marvelous. What a spectacular job. You are amazing!!!

What a fitting tribute to America's Couple!!!

[Victoria Delsoul]

Happy Anniversary dear President and Mrs. Bush.

Great job, ohioWfan. I love the photos.

[Kate of Spice Island]

A very happy anniversary to a wonderfully special couple!