Posted on 05/10/2008 7:54:59 AM PDT by AmericanMade1776
CRAWFORD, Texas -- The president's 1,600-acre ranch in Crawford, Texas, is all gussied up for this evening's wedding of Jenna Bush to long-time boyfriend Henry Hager. President Bush will walk his daughter down the aisle before about 200 friends and family members in a very private outdoor ceremony.
The festivities got under way last night with a rehearsal dinner hosted by the groom's parents in the tourist town of Salado, Texas, about 54 miles from Crawford. There'll be a barbecue lunch today back at the ranch. The father of the bride uses his weekend radio chat today to pay tribute to her and her mother, the first lady. Bush calls it "a joyous occasion" for the family and especially for Laura Bush. He notes that she'll spend Mother's Day weekend watching her daughter walk down the aisle.
The tiny town of Crawford is celebrating at a distance. A town statue has been decorated with a veil and bouquet. Souvenirs on sale include key chains and coffee mugs adorned with pictures of the bride and groom
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Best wishes, indeed.
I doubt tht TMZ will be flying helicopters over to grab a picture!
“We will be laughing, weeping, hollering,” predicts President George Bush. “It’s going to be a great time.”
Geesh...why the quotes, writer???
An angel sculpture in Crawford, Texas is adorned with a wedding veil and bouquet Friday, May 9, 2008, in Crawford, Texas. The work was done by locals in honor and anticipation of upcoming wedding of Jenna Bush and Henry Hager Saturday, May 10, on the Bush ranch in Crawford. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)
I doubt the writer is doing anything other than attributing a direct quote.
I love weddings!
Usually using quotes like this is derisive.
Jenna will say “I do” near a lake at the ranch, in front of the giant cross made of Texas limestone that will serve as an altar. The cross will be a landmark at the ranch for years to come. The president said that was his contribution to the wedding that the Bushes are trying to keep a low-key affair.
“I’m so excited and thrilled for Jenna and Henry,” First Lady Laura Bush told ABC. “They’re very, very excited. ...I know the wildflowers are blooming and it’s very green. We’ve gotten some good spring rains, and so I think it will be really, really beautiful. It’s going to be a wonderful celebration with her closest friends and family.”
ME TOO! I remember the moment my Dad was holding my arm right before he walked me into the chapel... It was one of the most touching moments, and I know what Jenna and her Father will feel today in that moment.
Jenna will be married in a sheer organza dress designed by her mother’s favourite, Oscar de la Renta. It will be, we are told, “simple and elegant”. The 14 quasi-bridesmaids, known by Texan lore as attendants at the “house party”, will be kitted out by a local designer Lela Rose who, inspired it might be thought by her own name, has chosen the theme of native Texas wildflowers as her inspiration.
Jenna’s twin, Barbara, will be the only bridesmaid proper, with her own unique dress coloured to match her eyes.
Blooming wildflowers dot the prairie landscape as far as the eye can see, setting a colorful stage for first daughter Jenna Bush’s sunset nuptials on Saturday — the first wedding in more than 15 years of a sitting president’s daughter.
Hmmm? I wonder what the Democrats radio response today was to this?
I can’t wait to see the photos. :)
The Wedding Dress. Jenna has described it as “simple and elegant.” Well, it’s how you define “simple.” Her gown was created by the house of international fashion dahling Oscar de la Renta, who also designs for Britain’s Queen Elizabeth II. The dress is made of organza with intricate embroidery and matte beading and a small train. That’s all that’s been revealed, so the big question remains: Will Jenna go strapless? The inside word is: “Yes.”
• The Big Stone Cross. The exact dimensions remain secret, but the president called it “giant.” The limestone came from a local quarry, the same one that furnished the stone for the Bush ranch home. The cross/altar will remain as a permanent landmark in front of the Bush lake.
• The Bridesmaid’s Dresses. No military-style uniformity: Each of the 14 members of what Texans call “the house party” will wear a different gown.
Jenna’s twin sister, Barbara Bush, serves as maid of honor, appearing in a long, shimmering, moonstone-blue silk number with an open back accented with a silver sash, designed by Lela Rose. The other gowns will be cocktail-length in blues, greens, lavenders and pinks, with handmade chiffon flowers echoing the wildflowers now in bloom on the local prairie.
• The Ring. The diamond is a Hager family heirloom, placed in a new setting that includes sapphires.
Best wishes to a lovely couple.
Hey, I’ve got a question about another pubby presidential daughter that I hope someone in freeperland can answer. Why does Julie Nixon Eisenhower list as part of her experience as being on the board of “Obama for America”?
http://www.nndb.com/people/249/000082003/
Meanwhile, the hapless Chelsa is still a working girl
Because she is a liberal?
Oh my goodness. Were I to marry Chelsea I can’t even begin to fathom the problems I’d have with my in-laws.
...That he is worst president ever...that he is to blame for current oil prices etc etc.
These Bush derangement syndrome people could not bring themselves to give him a break, even for one day.
I wish this man and his family peace and happiness for all the days of their remaining lives, and especially on this day of joy.
He deserves our thanks and respect.
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Best Wishes, I hope as all Weddings are non political.
Me too, I hope we get to see the Wedding photos.
Easily handled ... give 'em a couple of your old girl friends.
Much happiness and a long married life to Jenna and Henry. And congratulations to Jenna for being who she is. She made a good decision to be married at home and not in the White House with all the pomp and ceremony as other brides have chosen. She seems like just a wholesome intelligent girl who knows how to make good decisions for her life. For all those who think President Bush is a dummy who can do nothing right, he sure raised a wonderful daughter who loves him.
What more could a parent hope for!!!!!!
Texas Sunshine
Jenna and Henry
“Usually using quotes like this is derisive.”
....perhaps the media is miffed that they’re not getting to make a circus out of this...and besides, why would the Bush want to accomodate the press?...they’ve done nothing but attack him for 8 years.....screw ‘em.
:-) Amen.
A friend told me recently: “If I made a list of 100 people who made the difference in the matter of GWB’s re-election, you’d be on that list.” That was one of the deepest compliments I have ever been paid. And remember to ask yourself, as we bitch and complain about President Bush from time to time: How many times have YOU been hit since 9/11 ?
Take this CBS, NBC, ABC, CNN, MSNBC, FOX, Entertainment Tonight, etc, etc, etc---You ain't invited.
I did see Susan Eisenhower (Julie’s sister in law) on tv the other day, supporting Obama.
....love the photo AmericanMade1776!!....one of the best ever.
Thanks...everyday Americans all over the country are doing the same thing to their TVs when the News Media talks, everyday All Americans..Democrats, Republicans, Independents, are sick of the News Media's way of reporting the news.
Indian Paintbrush and Bluebonnets The view outside the Bush house in Crawford features dusty pink Indian paintbrush popping up through a swell of bluebonnets. A century-old spreading live oak is in the background. "> Susan Feeney, NPR
The Bluebonnets of Texas The bluebonnet (Lupinus texensis), the Texas state flower, grows on the Bush ranch.
Congrats to the First Family on this day of great joy! Those who cannot stand President Bush, PLEASE give it a rest today!
Thanks Jenna for standing up to the prying news media. As you never gaved a moment of peace to President Bush during the 8 years of being in the White House, Jenna is paying back.
Best wishes for a long and happy married life for Jenna and Henry. She did the right thing by going home to TX to get married and avoid the linelight of DC. Good for her. The Bushes did a good job raising their two daugthers. :)
I do hope the Dems have the common sense to stay low key and let the Bushes have this special day.
Personally, even though President Bush is far from perfect, I’d rather have him serve a third time, than have McCain. I’m voting for McCain, but only because he is the least of the three evils. I have been a staunch supporter of the president for these past eight years. I’ll be sad to see him go.
Hehe... her parents weren't so thrilled at the time :-)
Thank you for the pictures of the wildflowers Mrs Bush has spoke about..they are beautiful indeed. I pray today is everything Jenna and Henry hopes it will be. Having one son married I know the bitter sweet emotions the two sets of parents will be feeling. Best wishes to all!
That photo alone would make you like her. A girl with a mind of her own. Not a puppet.
Beautiful! I hope to visit Texas one of these years.
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