In keeping with tradition, President Bush left President Barack Obama a note in the White House - and now his daughters have offered their own advice, in the form of an open letter, to Sasha, 7, and Malia Obama, 10.
Published in the Wall Street Journal Tuesday Barbara and Jenna Bush reflect on their formative experiences in the White House.
• "Surround yourself with loyal friends. They'll protect and calm you and join in on some of the fun, and appreciate the history."
• "Slide down the banister of the solarium, go to T-ball games, have swimming parties, and play Sardines on the White House lawn. Have fun and enjoy your childhood in such a magical place to live and play."
• "Go to anything and everything you possibly can: the Kennedy Center for theater, State Dinners, Christmas parties (the White House staff party is our favorite!), museum openings, arrival ceremonies, and walks around the monuments. Just go. Four years goes by so fast, so absorb it all, enjoy it all!"
Read the entire letter - including the Bush daughter's thoughts about pets and where to go when they need a hug - here.
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A truly classy family, the ... (Below threshold)1. Posted by EL Rider | January 21, 2009 3:27 PM | Score: 0 (0 votes cast)
A truly classy family, the Bush's should be proud.
1. Posted by EL Rider | January 21, 2009 3:27 PM |
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Posted on January 21, 2009 15:27
2. Posted by Arizona | January 23, 2009 2:31 PM | Score: 0 (0 votes cast)
Classy indeed.
Recall the exit of Clinton in 2000 -- the "W" keys removed from keyboards, other childish vandalism.
Contrast with the exit of Bush in 2008 -- even Obama acknowledged the gracious and cooperative behavior of Bush and his team.
Obama exhibits a kind of graciousness ... but I suspect it's stagecraft, not from the heart. I'm not sure anyone knows what's in Obama's heart.
2. Posted by Arizona | January 23, 2009 2:31 PM |
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Posted on January 23, 2009 14:31
3. Posted by David | January 23, 2009 8:13 PM | Score: 1 (1 votes cast)
I'm pleased to know the daughters have morals!
3. Posted by David | January 23, 2009 8:13 PM |
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Posted on January 23, 2009 20:13