[silent_jonny]

Quote of the Day:

President Bush (speaking at the Victory Junction Gang Camp): You know, it's a remarkable place. I can't tell you how thrilled I am to be with the Pettys and the champion race car drivers who have heard a call to help people who need help. And I wish our fellow citizens could see the physical layout here; and if you were here, you'd also feel the great sense of compassion. And, you know, the Petty family has been well-known for a long time in America. And they've been known as great athletes -- now they will be known as great humanitarians, as well.

And so we really thank you.

Kyle Petty: Thank you.

President Bush: This is a place that's in honor of their son, Adam. They have made a conscious decision to turn a tragic event into a loving event. And that's what I feel here. And you guys did a good job. Thanks for having me.

Photo of the Day:

President Bush fishes with Hank Grissom, 10, who has Spina Bifida, during a visit to the Victory Junction Gang Camp, a center for children with chronic medical conditions or serious illnesses, in Randleman, N.C., Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2006.

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President George W. Bush shares a quiet moment with 10-year-old Hank Grissom Wednesday Oct. 18, 2006, at the Victory Junction Gang Camp in Randleman, N.C.

President Bush stands with Hank Grissom, 10, left, who has Spina Bifida, and Madison Lee, 12, who has Spastic Diplegia Cerbral Palsy

Joined by Kyle Petty

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President George W. Bush looks on as Hank Gissom casts a fishing line at Victory Junction gang Camp in Randleman, North Carolina, October 18, 2006

[silent_jonny]

A few late arrivals ...

President George W. Bush greets flag-waving students at the Waldo C. Falkener Elementary School Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2006, in Greensboro, N.C., where he delivered remarks on the No Child Left Behind Act.

President George W. Bush shakes the hand of a patron at Stamey's barbeque in Greensboro, N.C., during a lunch with community leaders Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2006.

President Bush speaks about 'No Child Left Behind' at Waldo C. Falkener Elementary School in Greensboro, N.C., Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2006.

[silent_jonny]

And a last minute appearance by

Laura

A little reader takes a closer look as Mrs. Laura Bush reads the children's book, "I Love you, Little One," by Nancy Tafuri during a visit to the Jenna Welch and Laura Bush Community Library in El Paso, Texas, Wednesday, Oct . 18, 2006. Since the library opened in 2003, the number of programs and attendance has tripled. Through the past year, the Library hosted 349 programs for more than 10,000 participants.

[silent_jonny]

Whew ... I think that's it.

Feel free to post or repost any photos that are related to this thread.

[silent_jonny]

I'll be back in a minute ...

[daybreakcoming]

Late as usual getting here but sweet sanity provided by you tonight. Thank you.

The picture of the day? A family member has a grown child with spina bifida. Each year she was told he wouldn't live much longer but I have to hand it to her. His existence became the sole mission of her life. And when she has time - she is the most flaming liberal you will ever see.

[EmilyGeiger]

Aww, how sweet. love the first picture. :)

[silent_jonny]

Sheesh ...

I knew I forgot something.

President Bush reacts while circulating through the crowd at Waldo C. Faulkner Elementary School in Greensboro, N.C., Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2006.

President Bush, left, greets principal Amy Holcombe at Waldo C. Faulkner Elementary School in Greensboro, N.C., Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2006.

President Bush makes remarks on the No Child Left Behind program during a visit to Waldo C. Faulkner Elementary School in Greensboro, N.C., Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2006.

[luvie]

Great photo of the day, Jonny. He loves kids AND fishing so no wonder he has such a big smile on his face! :D