Laura and I are sad to announce that our Scottish Terrier, Barney, has passed away. The little fellow had been suffering from lymphoma and after twelve and a half years of life, his body could not fight off the illness.I really, really miss having a class act in the White House...
Barney and I enjoyed the outdoors. He loved to accompany me when I fished for bass at the ranch. He was a fierce armadillo hunter. At Camp David, his favorite activity was chasing golf balls on the chipping green.
Barney guarded the South Lawn entrance of the White House as if he were a Secret Service agent. He wandered the halls of the West Wing looking for treats from his many friends. He starred in Barney Cam and gave the American people Christmas tours of the White House. Barney greeted Queens, Heads of State, and Prime Ministers. He was always polite and never jumped in their laps.
Barney was by my side during our eight years in the White House. He never discussed politics and was always a faithful friend. Laura and I will miss our pal.
Update 2/3/2013: Did you know that G.W. has taken up oil painting? The Bushes released this painting yesterday (check out the signature)...
He's the one President that despite his failings, I think was a really down-to-earth, genuine person and the only President I think I'd enjoy just hanging out, having a beer and talking to.
ReplyDeleteClinton and Obama both have that slick salesman vibe to them that leaves me feeling slimed just hearing them speak.
Larry