Posted on 01/04/2010 6:14:59 PM PST by snugs
As a new year commences I am sure we all miss the steadying hand of George W Bush who in the wake of terrorism or natural disaster gave us a feeling of calm amid the storm, of someone in control yet a man of compassion. This was shown during late 2004 early 2005 when an earthquake and violent tsunamis struck the nations that surround the Indian Ocean.
I have in fact chosen his radio message from January 2005 as the quote of the month for the first monthly dose of 2010.
A man of conviction and compassion, not all did and do agree with what he did but most will agree what he did he did from the belief that it was the right decision and done for the love of his country and its people and not for personal gain or popularity.
I feel the stark contrast with the current occupant of the White House more so each day when I turn the TV on to see what publicity stunt the current President is involved in. Even his decision to send more troops to Afghanistan he felt necessary to qualify with a promise of reducing numbers within so many months, again reminding us of the difference in character between the current and the previous President.
I hope the following photos from January 2005 give you some happy memories of a time when things however bad seemed more manageable and achievable because the President was in control and defending America and all she stands for instead of apologising.
Happy New Year to all and God Bless America and George W Bush and what he meant to us all during 8 very special years.
Oops. Forgot the ping!
(Do you have any recommendations besides the Inauguration?
When I come here I have to get AWAY from these people.
Thank you for the new thread, snugs and thank you for the interesting link, DrDeb.
I’ve been following his FB page!
Oh, how I miss that man!
Are you feeling better? How is your dad?
I was just watching the weather channel for a minute while ironing a couple things for our son before he heads back to college tonight. It looks like you have lots of snow! Is that the case where you are?
And so does everybody who has an iota of sense in their heads.
I DID however, see YOU, Ms Onyx......you lovely lady you. :)
It is interesting how many people seem to be gaining some sense these days, isn’t it? Too bad it is so late.
How kind you are, dear ohioWfan! Thank you.
I just love being a member of his FB page!
I refrain from uttering the phrase “I told you so,” as much as I am able. ;)
I'm SO glad he signed up on FB. Just fun, that's all there is to it.
(And I certainly NEED some fun these days, if you know what I mean! Crrrazies out there! :)
When I visit his page, I think to myself, “I’ll bet he gets enjoyment here too from reading all the nice comments.”
They deserve to know how much they are loved by so many of us.
It's just cool, that's all. :)
I remember how we hoped they saw our thread here or on WA so they would know how loved they were in spite of the incessant attacks from so many.
I am proud of your restraint. :)
It’s not my strong suit. :)
GWB is helping to build your character. :)
I should write him a thank you note, shouldn’t I?
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