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Monday was an exciting day for Little Son. Earlier in the summer, he had written a letter to President Bush as part of a Third Grade Calvert writing assignment. His letter was generally supportive of the President, and encouraged him on one of the significant issues of the time.
Months passed, and this Monday, the day before Election Day, we received a big manila envelope from The White House. Little Son tore it open, and read the following letter:
October 31, 2008
Dear [Little Son]:
Thank you for taking the time to write and for your kind words of support.
It is an incredible honor to serve as President of our great Nation. As my term of office comes to an end, my Administration will continue to confront the challenges of our times. You also have an important role to play for our country. I encourage you to study hard in school, reach out to those in need, and never doubt that you can make a difference.
Mrs. Bust and I send our best wishes. May God bless you, and may God bless America.
Sincerely,
George W. Bush
All I can say is, how 'bout that? A timely message from a President very close to the end of his administration.
Two photos were also enclosed, one of the President donning a cowboy hat, and one of the First Dog, Barney, autographed with a paw print.
Needless to say, Little Son was very happy with the response and we will be framing this for his wall.
Months passed, and this Monday, the day before Election Day, we received a big manila envelope from The White House. Little Son tore it open, and read the following letter:
October 31, 2008
Dear [Little Son]:
Thank you for taking the time to write and for your kind words of support.
It is an incredible honor to serve as President of our great Nation. As my term of office comes to an end, my Administration will continue to confront the challenges of our times. You also have an important role to play for our country. I encourage you to study hard in school, reach out to those in need, and never doubt that you can make a difference.
Mrs. Bust and I send our best wishes. May God bless you, and may God bless America.
Sincerely,
George W. Bush
All I can say is, how 'bout that? A timely message from a President very close to the end of his administration.
Two photos were also enclosed, one of the President donning a cowboy hat, and one of the First Dog, Barney, autographed with a paw print.
Needless to say, Little Son was very happy with the response and we will be framing this for his wall.
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2 comments:
I hadn't noticed this post before! How wonderful for your son; I'm sure he will always remember this.
Very cool. We got to watch the Bush's dog (Barney, I believe) play in the grass outside the White House a few years ago. That was fun, and we even got video. But, getting a letter is very cool.