Posted on 01/12/2008 2:36:06 PM PST by STARWISE
Enjoy your visit to Sanity Island
The President continues his travels to Israel, the West Bank, Kuwait, Bahrain, the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt from January 8-16, 2008.
PHOTO OF THE DAY
Jan. 12, 2008 ~ President George W. Bush reaches out to greet members of the military in Camp Arifjan, Kuwait.
QUOTE(s) OF THE DAY
President's Radio Address ~ January 12, 2008
Good morning. I'm speaking to you from the Middle East, where I have been meeting with friends and allies. We're discussing how we can work together to confront the extremists who threaten our future. And I have encouraged them to take advantage of the historic opportunity we have before us to advance peace, freedom, and security in this vital part of the world.
My first stop was Israel and the Palestinian Territories. I had good meetings with Israeli Prime Minister Olmert and Palestinian President Abbas. Both these men are committed to peace in the Holy Land. Both these men have been elected by their people. And both share a vision of two democratic states -- Israel and Palestine -- living side by side in peace and security.
I came away encouraged by my meetings with Israeli and Palestinian leaders. Each side understands that the key to achieving its own goals is helping the other side achieve its goals. For the Israelis, their main goal is ensuring the safety of their people and the security of their nation. For the Palestinians, the goal is a state of their own, where they can enjoy the dignity that comes with sovereignty and self-government.
In plain language, the result must be the establishment of a free and democratic homeland for the Palestinian people, just as Israel is a free and democratic homeland for the Jewish people. For this to happen, the Israelis must have secure, recognized, and defensible borders. And the Palestinians must have a state that is viable, contiguous, sovereign, and independent.
Achieving this vision will require tough decisions and painful concessions from both sides.
I believe that a peace agreement between Israelis and Palestinians that defines a Palestinian state is possible this year. Prime Minister Olmert made clear to me that he understands a democratic Palestinian state is in the long-term security interests of Israel. President Abbas is committed to achieving this Palestinian state through negotiation.
The United States cannot impose an agreement on the Israelis and Palestinians -- that is something they must work out themselves. But with hard work and good will on both sides, they can make it happen. And both men are getting down to the serious work of negotiation to make sure it does happen.
The United States will do all we can to encourage these negotiations and promote reconciliation between Israelis and Palestinians. But the international community has a responsibility to help as well.
In particular, the Arab nations of the Gulf have a responsibility both to support President Abbas, Prime Minister Fayyad, and other Palestinian leaders as they work for peace, and to work for a larger reconciliation between Israel and the Arab world. And in my meetings with Arab leaders over the next few days, I will urge them to do their part.
A democratic Palestinian state is in the interests of the Palestinians. It is in the long-term security interests of Israel. And it is in the interests of a world at war with terrorists and extremists trying to impose their brutal vision on the Middle East.
By helping the Israeli and Palestinian people lay the foundation for lasting peace, we will help build a more hopeful future for the Holy Land -- and a safer world for the American people.
Thank you for listening.
President George W. Bush reaches out to King Hamad Bin Isa Al-Khalifa as he deplanes Air Force One Saturday, Jan. 12, 2008, after arriving at Bahrain International Airport in Manama, Bahrain.
This was ALMOST the Photo of the Day .. look at that smile and the smiling Bahrainis.
President George W. Bush enjoys the moment with performers Saturday, Jan. 12, 2008, after being presented with a sword by King Hamad Bin Isa Al-Khalifa, left, during arrival ceremonies in Manama, Bahrain.
Today, in Kuwait, with Gen. David Petraeus, Amb. Ryan Crocker, Sec. Condoleezza Rice and our awesome troops
President George W. Bush emphasizes a point as he speaks to troops at Camp Arifjan Saturday, Jan. 12, 2008, in Kuwait. Said the President, "There is no doubt in my mind when history is written, the final page will say:
Victory was achieved by the United States of America for the good of the world; that by doing the hard work now, we can look back and say, the United States of America is more secure, and generations of Americans will be able to live in peace."
moo to you great to see you we have missed you recently hope all is well your end.
I do believe he has incredible
guidance and grace ... his faith
(and Laura) ARE his rocks. It is
an incredible element in such a
public official. (And the Libs
can’t stand it .. but, look at
their abyssmal track record
with him.)
As he said in his Inaugural Address:
“.... and an angel still rides in
the whirlwind and directs this
storm.”
I believe that, and I never lose faith
in the outcome. I believe Someone
IS in charge, and no matter what or
how tough, we’ll have what we need to
persevere and endure.
What would you like on your toaster?
They look fine to me :O)
Thank you Starwise. Very nice dose - pictures showing God bless our President. He seems to be most welcomed.
He does look relaxed much more so than yesterday in Saudi
I thought you did but thank you for your kind words
That’s good to know!
We have them, too, but they are imported from the tropics,
and they don’t do too well in this desert clime!
For some reason not sure why but over the last few years they seem to be popular in Ashford but as you say they do look a bit sad out of their natural habitat.
Yesterday - laying a wreath at the Holocaust history museum, Yad Vashem, in Jerusalem.
After his visit to Yad Vashem
Yesterday's 'Photo of the Day' .."President George W. Bush is accompanied by two friars as he views the Sea of Galilee Friday, Jan. 11, 2008, during his visit to Capernaum before leaving Israel. According to Scripture, this is where Jesus walked upon the water." Amazing and stirring photo.
FYI ~~ A map of the Middle East. Look at the speck that is Israel. God Bless, Protect and Save Israel
This was the Bahrainis performance art for the President
"Hillary, I know you're counting the days, but you may be surprised at what the mood of the country will be by the end of MY term."
Thanks, snugs ... thanks for the kudos .. ;) Hope you and
Dad are having a relaxing weekend. But I know you’ll be
cooking another feast .. LOL.
Roast chicken this weekend with fresh melon for desert
The King and the President walk to their seats (pick up the pace, King .. er maybe the President could slow down .. ;)
Gold is about $900 an ounce. Can you imagine ...........?
Starwise, are you posting from the WH through Photobucket? I’m asking because I’ve had trouble with Photobucket for a couple of weeks now. I’ve written to them twice and they don’t reply. I’ve SCOURED their FAQ’s, and still haven’t found the solution.
By the way, your pictures did show up on my computer.
Kas, I got only a link from your Photoshop entry. The link worked only when I clicked on it.
All: Am I the only one who had that happen?
At the arrival at Sakir Palace, with the King of Bahrain, Sheikh Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, upon his arrival in Bahrain.
No, kit .. I don’t use Photo Bucket for these
pics. I take them right off the url of the
website where they’re shown. Any I want to
save, I typically save to my account at Snapfish.com.
I’ve tried them all, but this seems to be the
easiest to post from I’ve found.
And we haven't seen Nick yet.
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