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Before going to today's theme, a few early ranch photos are in order since this is August.

President Bush gives the press pool a tour of his ranch Aug. 25, 2001. Notice that none of the White House press corps big shots took the tour.

The President and First Lady share a little bit of Texas hospitality with Prime Minister Tony Blair as the British leader arrived for a weekend retreat at Priarie Chapel Ranch, April 5, 2002.

President Bush speaks to Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon during a phone call from the ranch, April 6, 2002.

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The President "roped" some friends and staffers into to helping with a cedar clearing session at the ranch, August 9, 2002.

Pictured with the President in this photo are, from left, friend Ken Englebrecht, Deputy Chief of Staff Joe Hagin, and White House staffer Reed Dickens.