[Just A Nobody]

President Bush embraces Marine Lance Cpl. Chad Watson of Mt. Zion, Ill., who lost his lower right leg in Iraq , during a ceremony honoring the 2006 World Series Champions St. Louis Cardinals , Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2007 in the East Room of the White House in Washington. Bush, who presented Watson, a Cardinals fan, with a Purple Heart at Walter Reed Army Medical Center, made good on a promise to bring him to the White House for the East Room ceremony.

I had the honor and privilege to finally meet Chad Friday night. I had met his mom and sister several weeks ago when they first arrived at Walter Reed.

Chad is breaking all records with his physical therapy and healing process. He was awaiting the arrival of his girlfriend (a real beauty, I might add) and was doing wheelies in his wheelchair as he stared at the door.

Chad was so excited to have the opportunity to see the President again. He could hardly believe that President Bush would remember the promise he made to Chad a couple of weeks ago.

His mom was in a panic over what to wear. When she packed to come to DC, she was not thinking about clothing. They were all very excited to be at the White House with the President

[GretchenM]

The post at 17 is most touching.

[snugs]

Wow what a great story

[DollyCali]

wonderful story!

[Just A Nobody]

Vice President's Remarks at the Naming Ceremony of the USS Gerald R. Ford

I've been looking forward to this gathering of friends and colleagues, and President Bush asked me to come this morning and extend his good wishes to everybody, as well.

If the purpose of naming an aircraft carrier is to convey the confident spirit of our military, and the good and just causes that America serves in the world, then we have certainly accomplished that purpose here today. The name Gerald R. Ford belonged to a man who gave a lifetime of devoted service to our country, reflecting honor on the United States Navy, on the House of Representatives, on the Vice Presidency, and on the Presidency. The naming of a carrier is a fitting tribute to the man, and it's thrilling for all of his family and friends.

Vice President Dick Cheney listens to the National Anthem during the naming ceremony for the new U.S. Navy aircraft carrier, the USS Gerald R. Ford, Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2007 at the Pentagon.

Vice President Dick Cheney delivers remarks at the naming ceremony of the new U.S. Navy aircraft carrier, USS Gerald R. Ford, Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2007 at the Pentagon

[maica]

Great work, Justa

You said Chad's girlfriend is a beauty, well his profile looks like he might be gorgeous as well.

[Texagirl4W]

What a great picture. President Bush is all heart.

[ohioWfan]

Oh, MY! What a picture!

This is a FANTASTIC Dose, Justa!

[DrDeb]

AWESOME DOSE!! Did I read your post correctly: You met Chad Watson at Walter Reed?. . . Kudos for volunteering at this amazing hospital!

[STARWISE]

Fantastic story .. God bless our troops and their
wonderful CIC!

[mystery-ak]

Chad Watson is from my little town....He is a couple of years yonger than Jonathan but both went to school together...Chad was a big football star here while in HS.....I remember him playing baseball when he was just a little kid....it was in the local paper here when he lost his leg and I sent it to Jon and I must send him this also.

[mystery-ak]

Jon....this is all about Chad..

[Alia]

This photo is art. The composition tells many different stories. Kudos to the photographer!

[Mo1]

Thank you so much for posting that !

Excellent job on posting the Dose

BRAVO!!!

[dmd25]

Thank you for your work yesterday. You did a fabulous job! :) I was only here for a minute last night but came back today to look in greater detail.

Thanks again!

[MEG33]

Great stories and pictures about Marine Lance Cpl. Chad Watson. I am so grateful to him. May God be with him as he continues to rehab and adjust.

Thank you for the Dose,JustA!