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Well, it should be pretty obvious to most Americans by now what a failure clinton was when compared to W. And if they weren't convinced about leadership, I'm sure that last Thursday on the USS Lincoln did the trick!

Oh, how I love that man in a flight suit!

Oh, how I love that man in a flight suit!

LOL! Me too! I wonder how many of us now have new Dubya/flight suit wallpaper on our computers? ;-)

As it is not everyday one gets a chance to actually see a President (expecially Dubya), so I decided early this morning to drive on in to Little Rock and hopefully get to see him. The lines were long, and security was very thorough, but I finally got in and was able to sit in the 9th row, a very good spot. The fellow sitting on my left could pass for trueblackman, a FReeper. He said he stands up for Bush at every chance, and really is so proud of him.

When the President walked on stage, he had a definite quick little bounce to his step, and the crowd roared approval, upon seeing him. He spoke of the sorrow he has regarding the overnight deaths and destruction in Arkansas, Missouri, Tennessee, and other states, saying the federal government will help where possible. The packed Robinson Convention Center was obviously a very supportive audience, giving lots of applause and standing ovations.

Dubya had met with several local small business owners prior to the speech, and he discussed what it will take to help their businesses grow so they can hire more people. He mentioned the specifics of his economic package, and said he needs us to contact Congress, urging passage to help our economy.

Oh yes, he did refer to that unusual landing on the Lincoln, and several times during the speech he gave that smile/smirk that is so endearing. After the speech he lingered briefly to shake a bunch of hands in a huge crowd (and came within about 6 inches of shaking my hand!).

Really it is hard to put into words the effect he had on the crowd. I know at times tears were streaming down my face (a feeling pride and joy, not sorrow).

Well, even though I do not post often, the Daily Dose is important to me, so I wanted to share some of my thoughts on this day. Thanks, rintense, for keeping it going!