President Bush and the first lady Laura Bush attended the annual National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony on Dec. 4. This tradition started in 1923. In early December of every year, the President and the first lady attend this ceremony and light up the National Christmas Tree.
President Bush said, ”Christmas is a time to rejoice, and to give thanks for the blessings of the season and for the blessings that surround us every day of the year. We also remember that we have a responsibility to help those in need. America is a compassionate and generous land. And acts of kindness toward others fulfill the spirit of the season.”
“We ask for God to watch over our men and women in uniform who are serving overseas. Their families miss them—hold a seat open for them—and pray for their safe return. America’s military men and women stand for freedom—and they serve the cause of peace. Many of them are serving in distant lands tonight, but they are close to our hearts.”
President Bush joked, ”Santa, thanks for coming (laughter). Glad you made it. I know you’ve got a lot of commitments this time of year. By the way, we have a lot of chimneys at the White House— (laughter)—if you’re looking for something to do. I appreciate all our entertainers. Thanks for being here. This is a fantastic evening.”
President Bush said, ”Christmas is a time to rejoice, and to give thanks for the blessings of the season and for the blessings that surround us every day of the year. We also remember that we have a responsibility to help those in need. America is a compassionate and generous land. And acts of kindness toward others fulfill the spirit of the season.”
“We ask for God to watch over our men and women in uniform who are serving overseas. Their families miss them—hold a seat open for them—and pray for their safe return. America’s military men and women stand for freedom—and they serve the cause of peace. Many of them are serving in distant lands tonight, but they are close to our hearts.”
President Bush joked, ”Santa, thanks for coming (laughter). Glad you made it. I know you’ve got a lot of commitments this time of year. By the way, we have a lot of chimneys at the White House— (laughter)—if you’re looking for something to do. I appreciate all our entertainers. Thanks for being here. This is a fantastic evening.”
