Posted on 07/01/2009 4:10:49 PM PDT by snugs
July 2009 sees nearly 6 months since George W Bush entered private life and as we have done in previously monthly threads I have collated photos from the month we are in from previous years.
Tonight I will post July 2001 and July 2002 photos and then over the next few days post 2003 and 2004 photos.
I have also found some photos from this June which I will also post in the next few days starting with one of them as the photo of the month.
Enjoy your visit to Sanity Island
Vera Clemente accepts the Presidential Medal of Freedom from President George W. Bush on behalf of her husband Roberto Clemente Walker during a ceremony in the East Room Wednesday, July 23, 2003. A Hall of Fame baseball player, Mr. Clemente was committed to helping the less fortunate. The medal is the highest civilian award. White House photo by Paul Morse
President George W. Bush presents the Presidential Medal of Freedom to Van Cliburn during a ceremony in the East Room Wednesday, July 23, 2003. Mr. Cliburn is a concert pianist whose talents have inspired countless artists. White House photo by Paul Morse
President George W. Bush and regional director Mike Colarusso tour the Department of the Treasury's Philadelphia Financial Management Service Facility July 24, 2003. White House photo by Tina Hager
President George W. Bush tours the Korean War Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C., Friday, July 25, 2003. "This memorial is -- and those who served in Korea also remind us of the challenges we face today, and it gives us a chance to reflect on the sacrifices that are being made on behalf of freedom today. And our nation will be eternally grateful for the men and women who serve today, as we are for those who have served in the past," said the President to the press at the memorial. Sunday, July 27, marks the 50th anniversary of the signing of the armistice that ended the Korean War.
In honor of the 13th anniversary (July 26, 2003) of the Americans with Disabilities Act, President George W. Bush signs the executive order renaming the President's Committee on Mental Retardation to the President's Committee for People with Intellectual Disabilities (PCPID) in the Oval Office Friday, July 25, 2003. In addition to witnessing the signing, the PCPID were on hand to hear President Bush record his weekly radio address.
President George W. Bush and Palestinian Prime Minister Mahmoud Abbas meet in the Oval Office Friday, July 25, 2003. Meeting for the first time at the White House, the two leaders also held a working lunch and a joint press conference in the Rose Garden
President George W. Bush and Palestinian Prime Minister Mahmoud Abbas hold a joint press conference in the Rose Garden Friday, July 25, 2003. "To break through old hatreds and barriers to peace, the Middle East needs leaders of vision and courage and a determination to serve the interest of their people. Mr. Abbas is the first Palestinian Prime Minister, and he is proving to be such a leader," said President Bush
President George W. Bush and Palestinian Prime Minister Mahmoud Abbas walk along the colonnade after their joint press conference in the Rose Garden Friday, July 25, 2003. Meeting for the first time at the White House, the two leaders held a working lunch and a meeting in the Oval Office
President George W. Bush signs the Burmese Freedom and Democracy Act in the Oval Office Monday, July 28, 2003. White House photo by Susan Sterner.
President George W. Bush addresses the 2003 National Urban League Conference in Pittsburgh Monday, July 28, 2003. "The work of the National Urban League represents one of the basic commitments of this country. See. we believe in opportunity for all, a society where every person can dream, and work, and realize his or her potential. We're dedicated to bringing economic hope to every neighborhood, a good education to every child, and comfort and compassion to the afflicted," said the President. White House photo by Paul Morse
President George W. Bush waves after speaking at the 2003 National Urban League Conference in Pittsburgh Monday, July 28, 2003. White House photo by Paul Morse
President George W. Bush and Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon walk through the Rose Garden colonnade after their joint press conference Tuesday, July 29, 2003. White House photo by Paul Morse.
President George W. Bush addresses the media during a Rose Garden news conference Wednesday, July 30, 2003. President Bush discussed many topics including progress in Iraq, the Middle East, and the economy. White House photo by Paul Morse
President George W. Bush makes remarks on the 38th anniversary of Medicare in the East Room Wednesday, July 30, 2003. "The 38th anniversary of Medicare is a time for action. The purpose of the Medicare system is to deliver modern medicine to America's seniors. That's the purpose. And in the 21st century, delivering modern medicine requires coverage for prescription drugs," President Bush said. White House photo by Paul Morse
I have found some photos of the speech will post these shortly.
THANK YOU for posting this AWESOME photo montage of our dear President Bush — so many wonderful memories!
Tim Haines of Fargo, Okla., holds his cowboy hat in his hand during the playing of the national anthem before former President George W. Bush addresses a Fourth of July crowd at the Let Freedom Ring 2009 festival at Crystal Beach Park Arena in Woodward, Okla., Saturday, July 4, 2009
Former President George W. Bush addresses a Fourth of July crowd at the Let Freedom Ring 2009 festival at Crystal Beach Park Arena in Woodward, Okla., Saturday, July 4, 2009.
No problems I was late with posting the photos due to my cold over the weekend. :o)
(((((( OHIO ))))))!!
ohiowfan and majie purple: I join you in wishing President Bush a very HAPPY BIRTHDAY . . . I certainly hope Laura, the twins, Barney and his new son-in-law are spoiling him rotten today — he deserves!
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RECOMMENDED BIRTHDAY PRESENTS:
1.) Post a happy birthday message on ‘the wall’ at the “Thank You President Bush” facebook page . . . According to the site administrators, President Bush plans to read his birthday messages tonight.
http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=32352609554
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2.) Contribute to the George W Bush Presidential Center here:
http://www.georgewbushlibrary.com/site/c.fqLOI5OAKlF/b.5012075/k.BC3E/Give_to_the_Center.htm
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MUST READ . . .
PRESIDENTIAL PREPARATIONS PAY OFF FOR WOODWARD
BY Michael McNutt
Published: July 5, 2009
WOODWARD – An enthusiastic crowd came out Saturday evening to welcome former President George W. Bush for his first Oklahoma appearance since leaving the White House earlier this year.
. . . “He’s an awesome guy,” said Mark Dennis of Oklahoma City about Bush. “I love him. I’ve got a lot of respect for him.”
He said the country “is a lot worse” now with Bush gone from the White House. [Mr. Dennis speaks for all DOSErs!]
http://www.newsok.com/presidential-preparations-pay-off/article/3383128
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HUSSEIN’S GUN MAY GO ON DISPLAY AT BUSH LIBRARY
By Don Van Natta Jr.
[I love the following passage from the article]
. . . The George W. Bush Presidential Center will cost $200 million. More than $100 million has already been donated, according to several of Mr. Bush’s friends. The former president has raised much of the money, usually at small luncheons and dinners. Some donors have given as much as $5 million, the friends said.
“The president is working very hard, and the money is rolling in,” one friend said. “People love the man, they think he did a great job, and they know the library is very important to him.”
http://www.nytimes.com/2009/07/06/us/06gun.html?_r=1&ref=global-home
A truly good day.......having you here and the birthday of our dear W !
DrDeb, THANK YOU for the wonderful links and suggested birthday presents!
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