Day In The Life Of President Bush (with photos) ~~ 3-22-08

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[STARWISE]

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PHOTO(s) OF THE DAY

President George W. Bush and First Lady Laura Bush (and Barney)

QUOTE(s) OF THE DAY

President's Radio Address ~ March 22, 2008

Good morning. This weekend, families across America are coming together to celebrate Easter. This is the most important holiday in the Christian faith. And during this special and holy time each year, millions of Americans pause to remember a sacrifice that transcended the grave and redeemed the world.

Easter is a holiday that beckons us homeward. This weekend is an occasion to reflect on the things that matter most in life: the love of family, the laughter of friends, and the peace that comes from being in the place you call home. Through good times and bad, these quiet mercies are sources of hope.

On Easter, we hold in our hearts those who will be spending this holiday far from home -- our troops on the front lines. I deeply appreciate the sacrifices that they and their families are making. America is blessed with the world's greatest military, made up of men and women who fulfill their responsibilities with dignity, humility, and honor. Their dedication is an inspiration to our country and a cause for gratitude this Easter season.

On Easter, we remember especially those who have given their lives for the cause of freedom. These brave individuals have lived out the words of the Gospel: "Greater love has no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends." And our Nation's fallen heroes live on in the memory of the Nation they helped defend.

On Easter, we also honor Americans who give of themselves here at home. Each year, millions of Americans take time to feed the hungry and clothe the needy and care for the widow and the orphan. Many of them are moved to action by their faith in a loving God who gave His son so that sin would be forgiven. And in this season of renewal, millions across the world remember the gift that took away death's sting and opened the door to eternal life. Laura and I wish you all a happy Easter.

Thank you for listening.

Statement by the President on the Taiwan election

I congratulate the people of Taiwan on the successful conclusion of their March 22 presidential election. Once again, Taiwan has demonstrated the strength and vitality of its democracy. I also congratulate Mr. Ma Ying-jeou on his victory.

Taiwan is a beacon of democracy to Asia and the world. I am confident that the election and the democratic process it represents will advance Taiwan as a prosperous, secure, and well-governed society.

It falls to Taiwan and Beijing to build the essential foundations for peace and stability by pursuing dialogue through all available means and refraining from unilateral steps that would alter the cross-Strait situation. I believe the election provides a fresh opportunity for both sides to reach out and engage one another in peacefully resolving their differences.

The maintenance of peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait and the welfare of the people on Taiwan remain of profound importance to the United States. We will continue to maintain close unofficial ties with the people on Taiwan through the American Institute in Taiwan in accordance with our long standing one China policy, our three Joint Communiqu s with the People's Republic of China, and the Taiwan Relations Act.

The President leaves the Oval Office for his Easter weekend trip to Camp David and leaves in the Presidential helicopter.

Camp David

Camp David serves the President, providing the First Family and their guests with a healthy, safe and uniquely private place to work or relax. Established as "Shangri-La" by President Franklin Delano Roosevelt, it was subsequently renamed Camp David by Dwight Eisenhower.

During times of conflict and strife, from World War II to more recent events, Camp David has offered solitude and tranquility. A majority of Presidents have used Camp David to host visiting foreign leaders, with Prime Minister Winston Churchill of Great Britain being the first, during May 1943.

President George W. Bush delivers his weekly radio address to the nation from Camp David, Saturday, Sept. 15, 2001.

Dec. 24, 2005 ~~ Q&A: Laura Bush on Camp David (article and video)

(According to Time): Camp David, A Palatial Retreat

A 30-min. helicopter ride from Washington, which is 75 miles to the southeast, Camp David is a 143-acre compound of more than a dozen buildings, perched on a 1,880-ft. hilltop in Maryland's Catoctin Mountains. The heavily wooded setting, teeming with deer and raccoon, blue jays and snowbirds, and an occasional pileated woodpecker, provides Presidents a spot for total seclusion. Sadat's visit last week marked the 20th time that a foreign chief has joined in that peace and quiet—Churchill's five trips were the most numerous.

As befits such guests, Camp David boasts the kinds of services that could make King Solomon envious. Operated with military efficiency by about 100 Navy men and Marines, it can provide almost anything a President might want: a free-form heated swimming pool, a sauna, two clay tennis courts, a one-hole, three-tee golf course, a two-lane bowling alley, a trout stream, skeet-shooting and archery range, movie facilities, a wide selection of music (Richard Nixon used to stand in front of the stereo speakers and "guest conduct" his favorite symphonies fortissimo). *snip*

Along with all the diversions, Camp David also provides—at the bottom of an elevator shaft sunk 100 ft. into the mountain—a fortress where the President could repair in time of war. Even in peaceful times, security is tight. Rifle-bearing Marines keep watch behind a double row of barbed-wire-topped fences.

More, at link above.

Prime Minister Blair visits with President Bush at Camp David to discuss the war, March 27, 2003.

President Bush and Russia's President Vladimir Putin talk during their meeting at Camp David, Maryland, Friday, Sept. 26, 2003.

President Bush and White House Chief of Staff Josh Bolten at Camp David Saturday, June 21, 2007.

President George W. Bush talks during Christmas Eve telephone calls to members of the Armed Forces at Camp David, December 2003.

President George W. Bush and First Lady Laura Bush complete a four mile walk with brother Marvin Bush, left, Chief of Staff Andy Card and wife Kathleene after undergoing a colorectal screening procedure at Camp David, Saturday morning, June 29, 2002.

Please Pray for President Bush ~~ Day 2746

For those who can't comprehend "A Day In The Life of President Bush," we who gather here admire, respect and support our President. This is OUR "Sanity Island," so, please remember that .. and maybe think 3 times before you jump in with any junk or offensive comments. The Mods are on patrol, and will toss out an offender in a heartbeat. Thank you.

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Cheney Presses For MidEast Peace

# Vice president arrives in Jerusalem to push for Israeli-Palestinian agreement

# Cheney meets with Israeli president, plans to see Palestinian counterpart

# Vice president spent two days in Saudi Arabia discussing energy costs

Vice President Dick Cheney sought to coax Israel and the Palestinians to follow through on promises to forge a peace deal as he began an Easter weekend trip to Jerusalem and the West Bank.

Vice President Dick Cheney arrives at the Jerusalem airport Saturday for a weekend visit.

After two days in Saudi Arabia, Cheney headed into a Saturday evening meeting with Israel's prime minister, Ehud Olmert, soon after his arrival.

Cheney's visit is part of the U.S. strategy to keep pressure on the two sides, despite recent bloodshed, to agree on a framework for peace before President Bush leaves office in January.

Cheney planned to attend an Easter service Sunday in Jerusalem, then head to Ramallah in the West Bank for talks with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas.

Bush asked Cheney to visit Israel to discuss the peace process and other regional issues in advance of Bush's trip in May to mark the 60th anniversary of the modern state of Israel, according to Cheney spokeswoman Lea Ann McBride.

More at link ..

US Vice President Dick Cheney and his wife Lynn arrive at Ben Gurion Airport in Tel Aviv. Cheney arrived in Israel on Saturday to promote Middle East peace and highlight the US ally's "right to defend itself" after Saudi talks on oil prices.

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There are more news photos of Vice President Cheney, but I'm off to church, so I'm posting the

ALL CLEAR for posting or re-posting photos or appropriate graphics in keeping with the spirit of this thread.

Will catch up with any later photos when I return, or any other Dose posters may post some, if they wish, and thank you ;).

[lysie]

Here. Thank you.

[STARWISE]

DOSE .........PING !!

[Kaslin]

Good evening! Thanks for the ping

[Kaslin]

Good evening! Thanks for the ping

[hsalaw]

Thsnks for the wonderful pictures and the interesting info on Camp David. The President’s radio address this morning was very moving and so appropriate. Although it probably drove the atheists nuts (as if they aren’t already). Again, thanks for the thread.

[SevenofNine]

Yeah Mr Vice President it good idea tell that to State dept

[MeekMom]

Thanks for the dose Starwise! :)

((hugs))

[DollyCali]

Thank you STARWISE for tonight’s Dose.. and thanking God for the safekeeping of our leaders this past two terms.. How many would want their life for their ego?

what great pix & great memories. It will be over much too soon for those of us here.

Happy Easter to all the Dosers.. may God bless you richly

[kitkat]

Thanks for today’s Dose, Star. I had never realized that Shangrala was actually Camp David. Roosevelt managed to keep it secret all through WWII. The only thing I’ve read about where it was has been “somewhere in the U.S.”

[Jewels1091]

i saw on Fox the other day, and it was only on once, that the secret service is investigating an attempt on President Bush from 2005!!!!!!!!!! The guy got into a rally of some kind and had a gun on him, he said that he didn’t shoot because he thought he was being watched!

[kitkat]

[radiohead]

Too cute.

Our own Easter bunny - Arwen the Rabbit Princess:

[4integrity]

Starwise, thanks for today’s Dose and for all you do! Each of you who bring us the daily pictures and information about our dear W are so very much appreciated.

I wish all of you wonderful people on the daily Dose a very happy and blessed Easter! May GOD continue to bless and protect President Bush, our troops and their families.

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[kitkat]

Is Arwen really YOURS? She’s adorable.

One Easter we took our red Irish setter for a walk. I began to fear we were going to cause a traffic accident when we walked along with the dog with big, pink Easter bunny ears attached to her red head. Drivers would glance, and then look back and start laughing hard. But, mainly, I felt sorry for the three girls on bicycles who laughed so hard that one them fell off her bike.

[DrDeb]

THANK YOU for posting this special ‘Camp David’ edition of the DOSE — AWESOME!

Just stopping by for a quick hello: My family and I are on the road for Easter! We just finished a wonderful day with my side of the family; tomorrow we celebrate with my husband’s side.

I hope every member of our DOSE family enjoys a very blessed and happy Easter!

Night all.

[radiohead]

laughed so hard that one them fell off her bike.

That's funny!

Yes, Arwen has been with us since mid-December. We've had rabbits before, but mostly kept them in the cage except for some exercise runs.

Arwen has a great temperament and been a great little companion, pretty much with free run of the house when we're home, and run of the family room most of the time. She usually comes when called and hops up and down the stairs like a little, well, like a rabbit I guess. : ) She is just a little puffball of love, I tell you.

[daisyscarlett]

Thank you for a most interesting Dose. I am referring to your information on Camp David. What an extraordinary place that is.

[STARWISE]

Back from church ..resuming ...

Vice President Cheney arriving at Ben Gurion International Airport near Tel Aviv March 22, 2008.

Vice President Richard Cheney with Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert's news conference in the Prime minister's residence in Jerusalem, March 22, 2008.

Vice President Cheney being welcomed by Israel's Foreign Minister Tzipi Livni upon his arrival at Ben Gurion International Airport near Tel Aviv March 22, 2008.

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To all our Dosers ~~ from my home to yours: