Posted on 09/05/2010 5:29:14 PM PDT by Kaslin
The month of September 2005 was a very busy month for President Bush after Katrina came on land at the Gulf coast and damaged the area. We see President Bush and First Lady Laura visiting New Orleans and other affected areas in Louisiana and Mississippi to comfort the victims of the hurricane and bring aid
The country lost Chief Justice William Renquist who passed away on September 3, 2005
President Bush nominated Judge Roberts to become the next Chief Supreme Court Justice. On September 29th Justice Roberts was sworn in as the 20th? Supreme Court Chief Justice.
President Bush remembered 9/11 heroes at a Medal of Valor ceremony. He also met with several foreign leaders and addressed the Useless Nations
For the quote of the month I have chosen President Bush’s Remarks which he gave at the National Day of Prayer and Remembrance Service on September 16, 2005
When Laura and I left the White House in January 2009, we decided to stay out of the spotlight. We’d enjoyed many years in public office, and we looked forward to starting a new chapter of our lives at home in Texas. Plus, we both had books to write.
Laura’s memoir came out this spring, and mine – Decision Points – hit the shelves this fall. I’ve enjoyed traveling around the country for book signings and interviews. I’ve had a great time meeting book buyers, and I’ve been honored by the reception the book has received.
As I explain in the opening pages, my goal in writing Decision Points was to give people a sense of what it was like to serve as president for eight years. I write about the challenges we faced, some of them expected and many not. I describe the information I received, the options I considered, and the decisions I made. My hope is that readers will gain a better understanding of why I made the choices I did – and decide for themselves what they would have done in my position.
I also wrote because I wanted to give future readers a perspective on this remarkable era in American history. As president, I had good days and tough days. But every day, it was an honor to represent the nation I love. I will always be inspired by the courage, resilience, and compassion of the American people.
I’ve seen all those traits as I’ve traveled the country on my book tour. I’ve met people who serve their fellow citizens in countless ways, from volunteering in their communities, to teaching our children, to defending our nation by serving in the military. I am grateful to all those make sacrifices to keep our nation great, and I am touched by those were interested enough to read my story. Thank you for the support, and Laura and I wish all readers a joyful holiday season, a Merry Christmas, and a Happy New Year.
Thank you for posting that. I got his book for Christmas and
can hardly wait to read it!
OH, thank you, JONNY.
I just discovered your message at 11 p.m. Now I’m heading off to bed with a smile on my face. I feel so good I might even offer to have Spot over for New Year’s Dinner.
Oh thank you so much for posting that lovely message from President Bush! I hope everyone here had a wonderful Christmas and I wish you all a Happy New Year!
Earthly pings to rintense, snugs, and mjy1288!
YAY! Thanks for the photos!
Thank you, sweet florm15, for posting President Bush’s message! He says “Merry Chirstmas.” Yes!
Thank you, sweet florm15, for posting President Bush’s message! He says “Merry Christmas.” Yes!
with love,
:)
Love that pix Nord.. how clever!!!!
getting to the thread late. Out of town for a few weeks
LOVE that post & recall it. Back in the good old days when we had a lot to share with our great president & you thread posters worked to hard to give us the details & pix of the days of his life
Hope is sweet for you & yours Jonnny
catching up on thread. Thanks for these great pix of the Bushes & Billy Graham!
I HAD THE BEST CHRISTMAS EVER, this year. My hubby surprised me with tickets to MN and to the 50 Year Viking event honoring the top 50 Vikings of all time for my birthday. It was an excellent show, and I got my picture taken with Cris Carter and got to talk to a few of my other favorite players, too. Then, all the great times with my HS girlfriend(s). Then, I came back to some great times back home, too! What a month!!!
Hope everyone enjoyed a safe, happy and blessed Christmas!
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GWB UPDATE . . .
BUSH FAMILY RETURNS TO BOCA TO RENEW LONGTIME ISLAND TIES
http://www.bocagrandetalk.com/page/content.detail/id/508262.html
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BUSH’S BOOK TRIUMPH
Peter Wehner
[Decision Points remains at the top of the NY Times Bestseller List again this week!]
http://www.commentarymagazine.com/blogs/index.php/wehner/385092
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BUSH AND PALIN IN STRONG YEAR-END SHOWING
Abe Greenwald
http://www.commentarymagazine.com/blogs/index.php/greenwald/385112
Awesome news about Decision Points! I got it for Christmas...yay!!...and will start reading it very soon!
I hope that Sarah’s star keeps shining brightly. We need
her energy and her intelligence!
(( Ohio )), thank you for your beautiful Christmas wishes. This year I’ve tried to simply focus on the True reason for the season.
And, I share your sentiments.....DOSERS are THE BEST! I am so grateful to ‘know’ all of you good, patriotic people.
I hope you and your family had a blessed Christmas and I wish you good health and happiness in 2011.
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