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Socks and 39, 41, 42, 43, 44

4/27/2013

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So, the other day when George W. Bush (43) opened his presidential library, all the living presidents were
brought together. It's one of those great events in our country when that happens, former combatants joining together to honor one of their own. The Most Exclusive Club in the World.

One of the most fun things about the event though was President George H.W. Bush's (41) socks. In fact, I posted this picture of the presidents (39, 41, 42, 43, and 44) on my Facebook page and I received more than 80 "likes" (yes, that's how we measure ourselves these  days) and 20 comments. And, the picture was shared from my page twice.
Now, I'm no expert on the InterWeb or SocialMedia, but I think those are big numbers. If you look at the analytics on
my page (ok, i don't know what that means, but it sounded impressive), it was the most likes, comments, and shares I have ever had on a posting. Let me remind you, the topic was socks (and not the cat that 42 and his family had in the White House. Though Socks was cute too. See him briefing the press at the right).

I have to confess, in the past  few months I, too, have taken to wearing more colorful (loud) socks. They make me feel good. Few people notice them (I guess in a way that's a good thing that they're not focused on my feet). So, while I didn't adopt the fashion trend from 41, I do share that love of color on the ankles with him.

I think more important than the frivolity I show here, and more serious, I am happy that 41 is so well loved now.  He was a good president, in fact I think he was a terrific president (the comments section is open). I know he didn't end his term perceived that way but, with time, we see the decisions our presidents make in a different context and without the raw emotions that may have existed during their terms (and, if you think about, 39, 41, 42,  43 and 44 have all had their low points. As did presidents 1-38 and 40.).

So, cheers to President Bush --  for his presidency and his choice of socks!


 

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anne walker link
6/10/2013 01:06:12 am

yo boss!!!!! Fun blog. Love the socks, and the man. 41. Send me an e and I'll send you my blog. Hope all is well in your world. Hugs, A.

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Kelley Gannon
6/10/2013 05:32:26 am

Great post, great event and great photo!! I'm thrilled to see, read, hear that 41 is so beloved now!

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Katie Pressly
6/10/2013 10:48:43 pm

A Belated Birthday Great Wishes
to the Greatest President with the
greatest taste in socks!

Katie Pressly

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Patty Williams
6/11/2013 05:07:32 am

Cats rock!

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