Hubby and I just got back home from our trip to Texas late last night and were both back in our respective offices this morning . . . Needless to say, we’re both ‘wiped’!
I will share more about our trip this weekend; however, LUV W has already done a wonderful job capturing the WELCOME HOME in both word and photos — I must say, it’s hard to describe just what it was like to be within a few feet of President Bush as he delivered his heartfelt comments this past Tuesday. I get teary just thinking about it!
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MUST PURCHASE:
BUSH HOMECOMING DVD FOR SALE
Wednesday, Jan 21, 2009 @07:18pm CST
Good news for anyone who missed out on yesterday’s welcome home event for former President Bush. KMID is selling copies of the event. Each DVD includes the two hours KMID’s coverage that was aired on ABC yesterday. That includes musical performances, shots of the plane flying overhead, and of course, Bush’s speech in downtown Midland. If you missed it or would just like a copy to keep as a momento, you can call us at 432-563-2222. Each DVD is $12 plus the cost of shipping.
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In the meantime, I just finished viewing the following video and was reduced to tears within seconds — get your kleenex box handy and watch this MUST VIEW videoclip narrated by Barbara and Jenna Bush:
Video: JENNA’S AND BARBARA’S ADVICE TO SASHA AND MALIA
[This video is actually a beautiful, loving tribute to an amazing father — George W Bush!]
http://hotair.com/archives/2009/01/23/video-jennas-and-barbaras-advice-to-sasha-and-malia/comment-page-1/#comments
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After you finish wiping your tears, read the following commentary by Karl Rove:
BUSH WAS RIGHT WHEN IT MATTERED MOST
By KARL ROVE
Its call sign has always been Air Force One. But on Tuesday, it was Special Air Mission 28000, as former President George W. Bush and his wife Laura returned home to Texas on a plane full of family, friends, former staff and memories of eight years in the White House.
The former president and his wife thanked each passenger, showing the thoughtfulness and grace so characteristic of this wonderful American family.
A video tribute produced warm laughter and inevitable tears. There was no bitterness, but rather a sense of gratitude — gratitude for the opportunity to serve, for able and loyal colleagues, and above all for our country and its people.
You can read the entire commentary here:
http://online.wsj.com/article/SB123258532378704477.html
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BTW: I’m assuming everyone’s already found what is now my new homepage:
http://georgewbushlibrary.com/
Thanks for the ping, Deb! Looking forward to hearing all about your trip!
I totally understand about being wiped. I did 13 hrs. today and get to do it again tomorrow. :-(
Have a great weekend, everyone!
Hi, Deb!! (((hugs)))
Good to see that you and hubby got home fine. I know after two
long drives and a wonderful afternoon of standing in waiting
for our president, you are completely worn out! LOL!
It is a memory of a lifetime and I will NEVER forget what we
saw and heard. I DO regret that we were to tired to get dinner
afterwards. I came home and collapsed. Hubby made me an omlette, bless his heart!
I hope you get a chance to do some things for the Bush Library.
I would love to help if I knew what to do!
Take care...see ya when I get a ping!
I WILL have that DVD!
Jenna and Barbara’s video/advice to Sasha and Malia was really moving. It doesn’t suprise me how much they love their “loving daddy” when you see the profound love and respect W has for his parents. What a loving nurturing family!
Thanks for the link to the new library. I also noted we now have an address to send cards, letters and the like.
George W. Bush Foundation PO Box 600610 Dallas, TX 75206
Hi! Thank You for the ping!
& links as always...Looking forward to Your recollections etc...of The Texas Homecoming of Pres. B. & FL Laura as well!!:)
Whatever You add will be great to see read too!!
Glad that You & Luvee got to be there & Thanks again for shaing with us You 2!!Next best thing to actually really being RIGHT THERE!! :)Once in lifeoppourtunity/event!
:)