Ron Fournier, editorial director for The National Journal, has covered the careers of numerous politicians, including the last several presidents. President George W. Bush left quite an impression on him. According to Fournier, President Bush always remembered names of his staff's family. The president also insisted that hard work, even at the White House, should never be an excuse to let family life suffer.

 

In the summer of 1999, Fournier had scheduled an exclusive interview with then-Governor George W. Bush. Bush called Fournier at the appointed time, but interrupted the reporter in the middle of the first question.

 

"What's all that noise in the background, Fournier?" he asked.

 

"I'm at the pool with my kids, governor."

 

Governor Bush replied, "Then what are you doing answering your phone?" They quickly ended the interview.

 

"Behold, children are a heritage from the Lord,  The fruit of the womb is a reward."  Psalm 127:3

 

You may or may not have children, but spending time with our loved ones is SO vitally important.  Besides our relationship with Jesus, these should be the tightest relationships that we have with other human beings.

 

What will you do today, to let a family member know that you love them?

 

Have a great day and God bless!

 

 

 

Pastor Mike / The Open Word