A LOVING TRIBUTE TO GEORGE AND LAURA BUSH

A LOVING TRIBUTE TO GEORGE AND LAURA BUSH AND THEIR LOVE.

One of the sweetest love stories of our time-no matter how you may feel
About George Bush as President. Enjoy!
Anniversary Tribute to George & Laura Bush 11/5/08
A loving tribute to George and Laura Bush on their 31st Anniversary!
November 5, 2008.

Who could have predicted that when Joe and Jan O'Neill invited
Their two single friends, George Walker Bush and Laura Lane Welch
To a backyard barbecue in the summer of 1977 their efforts at
Matchmaking would end up making history? Who would have known
The couple would not only be attracted to each other, but that sparks
Would fly and ignite so quickly into flames, that they would marry in
A mere three months?And who could ever have imagined that eventually
God would lead this same young couple to become the President and
First Lady of the greatest country on earth.

George W. Was admittedly "smitten" by the lovely young Laura. He said that
She was "gorgeous, good-humored, quick to laugh, down-to-earth, and very
Smart." Laura thought that young George was "kind of cute, and funny" and
Liked how he made her laugh. Though they were opposites in personality--he
Outgoing and sometimes outrageous, athletic and from a boisterous, energetic
Family, and she a calm, quiet and thoughtful reader, and beloved only
Child--they found they shared the same beliefs and values--"West Texas"
Values of an individual's worth and of personal responsibility. They
Discovered they had common interests--they both loved to read and spend
Time with friends. They fell so quickly in love that they married on
November 5, 1977. According to Laura,"It was a small wedding, just
About 75 people. It was in the church I'd been baptized in as a baby.
So it was really a wonderful way to start a new marriage."

That was thirty-one years ago, and we are here to celebrate the 31st
Anniversary of a most amazing couple--George and Laura Bush!

Their marriage began with a honeymoon in Mexico , followed by a congressional campaign trip throughout Texas . It wasn't politically successful, but both have
Said it was a good way to start their marriage because they got to spend every
Minute with each other and loved it. Rumor is, they still do!

After years of trying to have the family they so desired, the Bushes
Became proud parents in November 1981, of lovely twin daughters,
Jenna and Barbara, both named after their grandmothers. The family
Was deeply involved in church and community and in developing loving
Relationships with each other that have stood the test of time...through
Difficulties and triumphs, through a not too successful oil exploration
Venture, a very successful Texas Rangers baseball team, the Governorship
Of Texas, long and difficult campaigns, and finally to the White House
As President, First Lady, and beautiful, mature and gracious first daughters
Of the United States of America.

The story of George and Laura Bush is a wonderful love story.....a song of
Delight and passion, humor and fidelity, steadfastness and grace. The
President has said, "I saw an elegant beautiful woman who turned out not
Only to be elegant and beautiful, but very smart and willing to put up with
My rough edges, and I must confess has smoothed them off over time."
There really aren't that many couples who after 30 years display so openly
Their deep affection for one another--in their embraces, kisses, whispers,
Playful pats from well-placed hands, touches, and looks that could melt the
Coldest heart. When they are together, they can be alone in a room full of
people. They have allowed us to observe their love and to love them even
more because of their adoration for each other,and even at times to be
"twitterpated" and inspired by what we see in them...the intimacy, the trust,
and even the passion of mature love.

The expressions on the President's face tell the story!

One can easily see how much fun they have together and how much they enjoy
each other's company. The delightful interaction between them can erupt at
any moment in time, and the joy of the Lord and enjoyment of each other
radiates in their faces.

Observers have noted that when Laura walks into a room, her husband is
visibly calmed, while she has said that he has brought excitement into her life.
But above all, they provide for each other comfort and refuge in times of need.
Laura has said, "We have a very sustaining relationship. It's always been that
way and we're lucky to have that relationship." George has said, "Laura brings
me great comfort. It's very helpful to know that in this wonderful job, that I am
not alone." And, "My wife is a rock." We can tell, Mr. President!

The President, ever more effusive in his manner, has declared what we have
all come to understand: "Laura is a beautiful person, inside and out." She is
to him, "mi esposa...mi amore"... my wife, my love, and "the great love of my
life." And in moments when she needed assurance and encouragement, he
has been known to say, "You look beautiful, babe!" What a gift it is to the
leader of the free world to have a woman by his side who has covenanted
to be with him always in love and support! Laura has observed that in politics
you have many enemies, so it's better if it's not your spouse. It's not difficult
to see that these two are not enemies! In a rare unguarded moment when asked
about the President's appearance, Laura expressed that "After nearly 30 years
of marriage, I still think the President is the most handsome man I know."

There is no obligatory political handholding between them...it is the handholding
of lovers; of two people who communicate that love through touch. Even the
Kisses on campaign stages can be filled with passion, and the embraces intense
and electric.

And, oh, the joy of seeing them holding each other close as they danced
at the Inaugural Balls, sometimes gazing lovingly, sometimes teasing, but
always enjoying the magical moment together!

What a blessing it has been for the past eight years to observe this exemplary relationship! It is so extraordinary and exciting, yet so normal...just like us, but not. This marvelous couple has been subjected to some of the ugliest abuse in the country's history -- false and vile rumors and unmitigated hatred -- and yet they have endured with an abiding peace and joy. They
have endured through the grace of God, through Jesus Christ, and because of their faith and prayer--and the prayers of people all around the world who understand what a blessing God has given us in these two. They have endured because of the love of family...including those two lovely young ladies they brought up in faith and love...and the love of millions of Americans who see who they really are.

President and Mrs. Bush...
In January 2009, the millions of us who love you will grieve that you will be leaving the public's view, but we will rejoice with you that you will finally be able to be truly refreshed and renewed as you spend time at your beloved, peaceful Prairie Chapel Ranch, where you can take long, hand-holding walks around the ranch, talk endlessly with your very best friend, take romantic rides in your pickup truck (and maybe not have a Secret Service agent close enough to know what you're doing!),and enjoy the scenic Texas view from your "favorite room" with its presidentially mandated king-sized bed!



Or you can enjoy your new home in Dallas as you begin your private life
together again. There you can go to bed early, as you are wont to do,
without having the very weight of the world on your shoulders, and just
savor the company of the beloved mate whom God has graciously and
lovingly given to you. How blessed you are...and how blessed we have been
to have you leading us and providing such a wonderful example for us all!
We will miss you more than words can say. This country will not fully realize
what you have done for us until you are gone from public view, but some of
us do understand what we have had, and we will mourn what we have lost
when you are gone. We can never fully describe what you have meant to us,
but know that we admire and respect you in a way that is inexpressible and
rare. You have blessed and enriched our lives,and we will be forever thankful
to God for loaning you to us for these past eight years.
Happy 31st Anniversary, President and Mrs. Bush!
Thank you Mr. President and Mrs. Bush

RULES FROM GOD FOR 2009

Rules from God for 2009
1. Wake Up !! Decide to have a good day.
"Today is the day the Lord hath made; let us rejoice and be glad in it"Psalms 118:24

2. Dress Up !! The best way to dress up is to put on a smile. A smile is an inexpensive way to improve your looks. "The Lord does not look at the things man looks at. Man looks at outward appearance; but the Lord looks at the heart."
I Samuel 16:7

3. Shut Up!! Say nice things and learn to listen. God gave us two ears and one mouth, so He must have meant for us to do twice as much listening as talking. "He who guards his lips guards his soul."Proverbs 13:3

4. Stand Up!!... For what you believe in. Stand for something or you will fall for anything.. "Let us not be weary in doing good; for at the proper time, we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good..." Galatians 6:9-10

5. Look Up !!... To the Lord.
"I can do everything through Christ who strengthens me."
Philippians 4:13

6. Reach Up !!... For something higher. "Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not unto your own understanding. In all your ways, acknowledge Him, And He will direct your path."
Proverbs 3:5-6

7. Lift Up !!... Your Prayers.
"Do not worry about anything;
Instead PRAY ABOUT EVERYTHING."
Philippians 4:6
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"Well done is better than well said."Benjamin Franklin

"A lie gets halfway around the world before the truth has a chance to put its' pants on."Winston Churchill

"Kind words can be short and easy to speak, but their echoes are truly endless."Mother Teresa

"Liberty, when it begins to take root, is a plant of rapid growth."George Washington

"The time is always right to do what is right."Martin Luther King, Jr.

"All the adversity I've had in my life, has strengthened me. You may not realize it when it happens, but a kick in the teeth may be the best thing in the world for you."Walt Disney

"Leave nothing for tomorrow which can be done today."Abraham Lincoln

"The difference between a successful person and others is not a lack of strength, not a lack of knowledge, but rather a lack of will."Vince Lombardi

"It is better to light the candle than to curse the darkness."Eleanor Roosevelt

"A people that values its privileges above its principles soon loses both."Dwight Eisenhower

"The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall."Nelson Mandela

"We must become the change we wish to see in the world."Mahatma Gandhi

"The best and most beautiful things in life cannot be seen, not touched, but are felt in the heart."Helen Keller

"Failure is only the opportunity to begin again more intelligently."Henry Ford

"Life is one grand, sweet song, so start the music."Ronald Reagan

MAY YOU BE BLESSED
Gratitude unlocks the fullness of life. It turns what we have into enough, and more. It turns denial into acceptance, chaos to order, confusion to clarity. It can turn a meal into a feast, a house into a home, a stranger into a friend. Gratitude makes sense of our past, brings peace for today, and creates a vision for tomorrow. – Melody Beattie

When we choose not to focus on what is missing from our live but are grateful for the abundance that’s present . . . we experience heaven on earth.”


As you wander through life, brother, whatever be your goal, keep your eye upon the donut, and not upon the hole.
- sign in the Mayflower Coffee Shop, Chicago

Can you see the holiness in those things you take for granted- a paved road or a washing machine? If you concentrate on finding what is good in every situation, you will discover that your life will suddenly be filled with gratitude, a feeling that nurtures the soul. – Rabbi Harold Kushner

The hardest arithmetic to master is that which enables us to count our blessings. – Eric Hoffer

When it comes to life, the critical thing is whether you take things for granted or take them with gratitude.
– G.K. Chesterton



This is the precious present, regardless of what yesterday was like, regardless of what tomorrow may bring. When your inner eyes open, you can find immense beauty hidden within the inconsequential details of daily life. When your inner ears are open, you can hear the subtle, lovely music of the universe everywhere you go. When the hear of your heart opens, you can take deep pleasure in the company of the people around you – family, friends, acquaintances, or strangers – including those whose characters are less than perfect, just as you character is less than perfect. When you are open to the beauty, mystery, and grandeur of ordinary existence, you “get it” that it always has been beautiful, mysterious, and grand and always will be. – Timothy Ray Miller
When I first open my eyes upon the morning meadows and look out upon the beautiful world, I thank god I am alive.
- Ralph Waldo Emerson
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Gratefulness is the key to a happy life the at we hold in our hands, because if we are not grateful, then no mater how much we have, we will not be happy – because we will always want to have something else or something more.
-David Steindl - Rast
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If there is a sin against this life, it consists perhaps not so much in despairing of life as in hoping for another life and in eluding the implacable grandeur of this life. - Albert C..

---from the book . . . Learning how to dance in the rain . . .
-BJ Gallagher

WHEN LIFE GIVES ME . . .

When life gives me . . .When life gives me dark clouds and rain,I appreciate the moisture That brings a soft curl to my hair.When life gives me sunshine,I gratefully turn my face up to feel its warmth on my cheeks.When life brings fog,I hug my sweater around me and give thanks for the cool shroud of mystery That makes the familiar seem different and intriguing.When life brings snow,I dash outside to catch the first flakes on my tongue,relishing the icy miracle that is a snowflake.Life’s events and experiences are like the weather they come and go, no matter what my preference.So, what the heck?!I might as well decide to enjoy them.For indeed,there is a time for every purpose under heaven.And each season brings its own unique blessings.- BJ Gallagher am thankful for . . . a lawn that needs mowing, windows that need cleaning, and gutters that need fixing because it means I have a home. . .I am thankful for the file of laundry and ironing because it means my loved ones are nearby.– N.J. Garmody

When we choose not to focus on what is missing from our live but are grateful for the abundance that’s present . . . we experience heaven on earth.”

MAY YOU BE BLESSED . .. .

MAY YOU BE BLESSED . .. .
MAY YOU BE BLESSED WITH ALL THINGS GOOD.
MAY YOUR JOYS, LIKE THE STARES AT NIGHT, BE TOO NUMEROUS TO COUNT.
MAY YOUR VICTORIES BE MORE ABUNDANT THAN ALL THE GRAINS OF SAND ON ALL THE BEACHES ON ALL THE OCEANS IN ALL THE WORLD.
MAY LACK AND STRUGGLE ONLY SERVE TO MAKE YOU STRONGER AND MAY BEAUTY, ORDER AND ABUNDANCE BE YOUR CONSTANT COMPAINIONS.
MAY WE ALL COME TO LIVE IN A WORLD WHERE EVERYONE IS BLESSED BY THE PRESENCE OF EVERYONE ELSE . . . MAY WE ALL COME TO KNOW JUST HOW BEAUTIFUL SUCH A WORLD CAN BE.
- KATE NOWAK

Miss Lady Bug

Miss Lady Bug

Little ladybug
Sweet little ladybug
Where are you going now?

You go to fly
While I must try
And turn away as you go.

But if you feel
You need to come back
Than this you must always know.

In my heart there's a place for you
It's red with black spots
It's a place you can stay
Where I will love you lots

But I know that I can't keep you
For there are lives you need to please,
So then you shall fly
To tend to others needs

It would be wrong to keep you here
And not let you go to live,
For you little bug, bless your heart
Have lots of love to give..
~Jennifer Sheneman

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