Posted on 01/22/2005 6:55:01 AM PST by kristinn
The Free Republic W2 Inaugural Ball was a wonderful, but exhausting time. I'm still wiped out. But, I know folks are waiting for pics and stories. I'll add my observations later, but I wanted to share one thing before I head back to the hotel to see 'Governor' Robinson and his family off.
We received a phone call from the White House yesterday. The Office of Presidential Scheduling called to pass along President Bush's regrets for not being able to attend our ball (we had mailed a formal invitation to him and his family.) We were told, "He hopes it went well."
As it turns out, the ball went really well after a late start.
Governor Huckabee and Capitol Offense rocked the house well past midnight. Impressionist Billy Finch did a wonderful job as Ray Charles singing America the Beautiful. Sauropod's video presentaion was stunning. The speeches by the Iraqis were very moving. WMAL's Michael Graham did a great job opening the show. Nick Danger was excellent emceeing the Eagle Awards. The St. John's College High School JROTC were magnificent presenting the colors. Richard Poe was busy all night signing copies of Hillary's Secret War. Seeking the Truth and his wife, Darlie, couldn't take a break--their 0Cents.com merchandise was very popular.
Thanks to all for their hard work making sure the ball went so well. And a special thanks to the active duty service members from Walter Reed and the Pentagon, as well as the veterans, who accepted our invitations as honored guests to the ball.
Please post your reports and photos or links here. I know alot of folks are traveling home, so check back over the next few day as folks check back in on FR.
We got home at 1 am. to a near blizzard conditions in Michigan.
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That was a great post! I was sorry I didn't meet every single person. We had a blast meeting you all. My legs are sore. We got a tour of the Capitol yesterday from a friend of a friend and that was great too.
Very glad you are safely home. I am quite green with envy.
Freepers Dancing
The Iraqi Guests with RobFromGa
Another with Freepers dancing
The Governor Rocks!
Capitol Offense
Dance Fever
At the Swearing In Ceremony
Poster of the Year Buckhead and RobFromGa
Freeper of the Year Interesting Times, RobFromGa, Nick Danger
Jim Robinson is my Hero!
Try disabling Norton or Zone alarm..
Thanks for the ping to this great thread. The pictures have been wonderful............hope there's more to come.
He is about 6'2" and 245lbs. Were you adopted?
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Gande or Venti size ? http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1325363/posts?page=125#125
I wanted to stay longer, much longer, but my husband's knee (from old injury) just wouldn't let it happen. There was so much walking and standing. It was good that he got to meet many Freepers because now he's getting involved and isn't yelling at me (imagine him yelling at the Queen) to get off computer.
Because of the protesters my friends weren't able to get to their paid bleacher seats. They closed down a couple streets when the protesters started in. And we couldn't get there from the swearing in. Next time we'll skip that and just go to the parade. Since I'm short all I could see at Swearing In was tall people's backs. They narrated for me. I kept saying "Who's there on stage?"
Link 'em if you got 'em!bump!
Place marker.
Official Free Republic W2 Inaugural
Ball Reports and Photos Thread
(Post 'em Here!) Thanks, Kristinn! Pingin' my General Interest and Texas list here!
Please let me know if you want ON or OFF my General Interest or Texas ping list!. . .don't be shy.
LOL, I, too, am somewhat vertically challenged.
Maybe that should be "Vannas White" (like "Attorneys General").
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I am so glad I finally found you at the end of the ball!!
I hope we meet again at another party!
Thanks. It has something to do with Zone Alarm, but I haven't figured out why. I can see the pix if I disable ZA.
Please tell your son that me and my family thank him for his service. We are proud of his service. Thank you and your family for the sacrifice you have made.God Bless.
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