First Family Descends On Salado For Rehearsal Dinner
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(May 9, 2008)—The president, first lady and other members of the first family joined Jenna Bush, fiancé Henry Hager, the wedding party and the groom’s family Friday evening at a rehearsal dinner in Salado.

The dinner, hosted by Hager’s family and attended by about 100 people, was held at the Old Salado Springs Celebration Center, the White House said.

A second celebration started at 7 p.m. at the Salado Silver Spur Theater to which every wedding guest was invited, the White House said.

The president and first lady arrived in a motorcade escorted by a group of motorcycles, cheered by residents who had gathered to watch.

Earlier Friday, there was a bridal luncheon in Salado and Mrs. Bush, Jenna and twin Barbara remained there during the afternoon, the White House said.

Some of the wedding guests are staying in Salado, the White House said.

The wedding is Saturday evening at the president’s ranch near Crawford, where a white banner with red wedding bells on either side of "Congratulations Jenna and Henry" now stretches across a storefront.

A few doors down, a white wedding veil adorns an 18-foot metal sculpture of an angel, a gift to Crawford in 2004.

The rusty artwork, a side-view silhouette of an angel, is titled "Freedom's Angel of Steadfast Love."

Some businesses, like The Yellow Rose, are doing a brisk business selling coffee mugs with the couple's photo inside a red heart.

A barbecue lunch is planned Saturday before the evening ceremony, about which the White House has released few details.
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Posted by: Rachel Location: Temple on May 12, 2008 at 10:31 PM
Norma, part of growing up is knowing when to admit that you made a mistake. Bush hasn't learned that lesson and caused thousands of people their lives, millions their economy, and future generations their future as they pay for his mess that daddy couldn't finish in the first place. You're right, it is not about me is is about all of US in the USA and our futures because this stubborn man thinks things must be done his way!! He has a national and international disgrace, and I wouldn't be proud to be associated with him. I am sure that Jenna is a fine young lady. That doesn't change my opinion about her father. If you want to sell your future short and that of your children defending him go ahead. I would rather call him to account for the lives that he has destroyed that will NEVER be the same!!! I respect your right to your opinion, and I wish you wouldn't tell me to grow up when you don't know me or what motivates me!!!!
Posted by: Katie Location: here on May 12, 2008 at 08:42 PM
I am the wife of a soldier who fights in Iraq so my family and I know first hand about the sacrifices being made in Iraq. I most definately don't need a lecture about what goes on there because I know first hand and know why they are doing what they are doing. This however is not about Bush or Iraq or anyone's opinion. This is about a young couple's wedding period. I could complain about the lack of support our family gets from this country because of my husband being in the military. I don't because I'm an adult. I know the time and place to complain and bash. This is neither the time nor the place. Me in Waco, thanks so much for your lack of support. Now take a minute and offer some congratulations to the new couple.
Posted by: get real Location: here on May 12, 2008 at 07:52 PM
at in waco, only Osama/Obama folks are full of hate. This blog is proof of that... open mouth & insert foot FOOL!
Posted by: at Location: waco on May 12, 2008 at 07:32 PM
anita, why u bring obama in this, he has nothing 2 do with it and u just love 2 hate him whenever and where ever u can! obama 08!!!
Posted by: Lee Location: Santa Fe on May 12, 2008 at 06:36 PM
Jenna is a real class act. She wanted a simple but elegant wedding, based on her Texas roots and that is exactly what she got. Those roots are important to her, and they reflect what is, or should, be important to all of us-- our heritage, our family, and friends. Jena didn't need a big flashy New York-style wedding. The day was about her and her new husband, and I for one wish them the very best as they go forward to make a new life. Go Jenna!!
Posted by: Me Location: waco on May 12, 2008 at 04:40 PM
Katie you are correct in assumming that none of our families are perfect, but our families did not send thousands of troops to war and our families arent the ones that are messing up Iraq and then having the nerve to rebuild it. i understand that we could not possibly leave Iraq at this moment without looking to the world as a weak power, but i do think we should not be spending our money on rebuilding something we destroy.
Posted by: Katie Location: here on May 12, 2008 at 03:34 PM
Wow it amazes me how most of these comments sound like they are coming from children. Whether you like Bush or not his daughter was married and to say she should be ashamed to call him Dad is pathetic. I'm sure there are people who could say the same about you. Guess what, none of you or your families are perfect either. Why don't we act our ages and offer congratulations to a newlywed couple and go on about our lives. This young lady's wedding has nothing to do with what you think of Bush as our president. Get over yourselves.
Posted by: Anita Location: Temple on May 12, 2008 at 01:59 PM
Can you expect any better behavior from the liberal Obama flock? Jenna had a simple wedding like the Texas country girl she is. Now, if she'd had a big televised hoopla white house wedding, ya'll would still be complaining. Yes, GROW UP!
Posted by: WHATEVER Location: waco on May 12, 2008 at 01:26 PM
WHO CARES!!!!! Eric you are so right,can bush give us some money for gas.Nobody cares about bush and his *living* family( being that he has caused so many deaths in other families).I too will be glad when his term is up.
Posted by: Norma Location: Temple on May 12, 2008 at 11:02 AM
Rachael and Eric. Just grow up!!!, it was not about you two but Jenna Bush. I think she looked beautifull and I wished them the best.
Posted by: Jack Enoff Location: READING THE NEWS on May 12, 2008 at 09:37 AM
Finally more anti-bush people. I agree with Eric I think it is bad enough he has wasted how many billions rebuilding Iraq. Why is Iraq paying for all this constuction? Anyways....I think things will shape up when he is outta office and living in Dallas then all the excitement in Crawford will dwindle away and the town will probably do the same. I think all the taxpayers should get a thank you note from the 1st family for all the gas they used up joy riding around.
Posted by: Rachel Location: Temple on May 11, 2008 at 04:51 AM
I couldn't agree with you more, Eric!!! Bush is a national and international disgrace. He needs to be driven out of town on a rail. If I was Jenna, I would be embarrassed to call that man, Dad!!
Posted by: Shell Location: Virgina on May 10, 2008 at 09:44 PM
How exciting it must be to live in Crawford and the surrounding area! It has been difficult for the rest of the country to find any info on this special day for our First Family! It is a shame that some have such a bad case of BDS they cannot congratulate a young couple on their wedding day. Congratulations and Best Wishes to Jenna and Henry and their families.
Posted by: Eric Location: Copperas Cove on May 10, 2008 at 10:06 AM
I could care less about what the first family is doing in Crawford,TX. I am struggling to keep gas in my car and my tax dollars are wasted for limo joy rides. I can't wait till Bush is out of office. He should be back in Washington handling the economy.
Posted by: me Location: Belton on May 9, 2008 at 07:50 PM
I kept seeing police everywhere. I told my husband I have a feeling the President is coming to town. Sure enough I saw many highway patrol, black SUV's and other police drive by. I then knew it was him or some one pretty important. Sure enough I was right. I love being right!! Best wishes for them!
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