Our First Couple is always so cute when they are out together. I just love how they love each other; somehow it is very comforting. None of those stiff smiles and awkward one-sided hugs for them!
Thanks NW for all these great tweets! I’ve been around for a while and I can’t remember any other POTUS and FLOTUS who loved and appriciated the Arts the way POB and FL MO do. The say is also true of their appreciation of Scientists.
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What a blast that was! I always enjoy getting to watch these…such an appreciation for music, the arts and science….I love that:) CEB, I also love the way he loves her:) Gentlemen, watch and learn from the master…PBO knows how to treat his wife….Just about done for the night…didn’t sleep a wink last night, so I have to catch up tonight. Long day:)
Ignore them Bella – the variation of music & events over the past 6 years has been just amazing. Problem with some folks – if it’s not their style it must be wrong. PBO covers ALL styles.
Hip Hop at the White House and on Broadway; it is American music that has influenced the world. Interesting is it not, how all of the music that originated in the U S (gospel, blues, jazz, hip hop and their derivatives) came from African Americans?
Well said,CEB! The great African American scholar, W. E. B. Du Bois, more than 90 years ago, wrote about this in one of his most overlooked book titled: “The Gift of Black Folk.”
That’s because B.C will never be president and he needs the money. His next gig is on Fox. He’ll probably replace Juan Williams because B.C is a real black person.
Performing tonight must have been bittersweet for James Taylor; his mother died over the weekend.
Gertrude Woodard Taylor
The mother of Grammy-winning singer-songwriter James Taylor has died, according to The Associated Press. Gertrude Woodard Taylor was 92.
The “Fire & Rain” singer says on his website that his mother died over the weekend surrounded by four generations of family at her home “overlooking her beloved Stonewall Pond” in Chilmark on Martha’s Vineyard, the AP said.
Her daughter Kate Taylor tells the Vineyard Gazette that their mother died of complications from old age.
James Taylor says his mother devoted her life to her husband and five children and was an accomplished painter, weaver, photographer, horticulturist and “a killer cook.”
In a post on Facebook, the singer said he is “deeply grateful for all the kind words of sympathy and condolence that people have been sending in these past two days.”
Born in 1922, the former Gertrude Woodard was an aspiring singer who studied at the New England Conservatory of Music. In 1946, she married Isaac Taylor, dean of the University of North Carolina’s medical school. Isaac Taylor died in 1995.
She is survived by four children, James, Kate, Hugh and Livingston Taylor; and multiple grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a son, Alexander, who died in 1993. –
I know from personal experience it can be a profound and sad thing when your mother dies. The woman who brought you into the world, who nurtured and held you from birth, who witnessed your journey to becoming a person. My mother and I were not always in harmony, and it was devastating to me when she developed Alzheimer’s and I tried to take care of her and failed. Perhaps worst of all was when she no longer recognized me and even thought I was her enemy. Yet in my last visit with her I sang to her a verse of Silent Night and held her hand, and said “I love you” (Io ti amo.) in Italian, her first language. She smiled at me and a tear ran down her cheek as I kissed her goodbye. That was my last image of her physical presence in this life. Now among all the memories and images what comes to me are the loving ones.
I am so sorry for your loss Bill R. That was very moving and touching how you sang and gave her much love at the end, from that moment you held her hand and kissed it, she knew you were her son. Loving memories should always be the ones that remain.
Bill, what a lovely final parting. Had a conversation with a neighbor today about Mother’s, she lost her’s when we were teenagers, 45 years ago; I’m SO BLESSED to still have mine with me, in relatively decent health. I live in a small town and there are less than two dozen seniors over eighty left. Last year, seven women, ages 65 – 94 died. While we still ocassionaly have Mother/Daughter wars, I know that I’ll never have anyone love me the way that she does. This lady made a way out of no way to give me an upbringing, opportunities, and life experiences that most of my two parent friends never had. I’m forever grateful.
Thank you all for the kind responses. I should also add that I was raised in a single parent home by my mother with my grandmother’s help. My mother made waitress wages and raised three children, all three college educated. Like yours she made a way for us in this world out of no way. God bless her always.
What a remarkable woman to have raised such a loving and thoughtful son. You honor her memory in the telling of your beautiful story and in the life you lead. Thank you Bill.
Thank you Bill R for sharing your personal grief about your mother! I felt the same way when my mother passed in 1994, after years of battling Parkinson.
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Our First Couple is always so cute when they are out together. I just love how they love each other; somehow it is very comforting. None of those stiff smiles and awkward one-sided hugs for them!
You’re right CEB, we can *feel* their love ❤
Congrats on First 🙂
Thanks; it is my first First ina long time.
Love my POTUS and FLOTUS… Another great performance at the White House! Bravo…..
Hi there PSLA!
Thank yoooooooooou Nerdy!!
🙂
I love Brian Stokes Mitchell….his voice…sigh..
Same… sigh X2
Once, Twice, Three Times for Brian! 😀
Thanks NW for all these great tweets! I’ve been around for a while and I can’t remember any other POTUS and FLOTUS who loved and appriciated the Arts the way POB and FL MO do. The say is also true of their appreciation of Scientists.
🙂
the way he looks at her..sigh…
I know, right? Swoon-city! [sigh]
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I’d like to know the answer, too.
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Thanks, Dudette.
Yer very welcome, dahling! 🙂
What a blast that was! I always enjoy getting to watch these…such an appreciation for music, the arts and science….I love that:) CEB, I also love the way he loves her:) Gentlemen, watch and learn from the master…PBO knows how to treat his wife….Just about done for the night…didn’t sleep a wink last night, so I have to catch up tonight. Long day:)
Remember the Nancy Reagan stare? My friend called it the Safford wife look of love.
Good Evening, Everyone 🙂
Once again, TOD holding it down, bringing us the Obama Presidency…thanks…
🙂
Aww. Missed it. Hope it airs soon. Every one have be able to share a love like that.
You can watch it here.
Nerdy you are one in a million!
Loved, loved, loved the program.
Excitement in a Montana High School today. A black bear wondered in. Here’s the story http://www.bozemandailychronicle.com/news/environment/bear-walks-halls-of-bozeman-high/article_e44a94e8-c9a3-54cb-b6ae-cf09d2c69a6c.html
That looks about right! 😀
OMG! ❤ ❤ ❤
right wing haters ..there goes the White House, just look at the Obamas having ghetto rap in the White House. Well I loved it.
My POTUS and FLOTUS reflect America! We love them!
A thousand poxes on the haters!
Yes indeed, Lady Dudette! As far as I am concerned, all those afflicted with ODS can go to hell.
Ignore them Bella – the variation of music & events over the past 6 years has been just amazing. Problem with some folks – if it’s not their style it must be wrong. PBO covers ALL styles.
Ignore who 99ts. Who are we talking about now? Believe me they are ignored. “F” them. That’s forget. 🙂
Empire was LIT tonight!
Giddy up, West Coast.
NW, I’m ready and waiting. Bring it!!
Okay, I know that’s Elizabeth Alexander sitting to POTUS’ right, but who’s the couple sitting beside FLOTUS?
Hip Hop at the White House and on Broadway; it is American music that has influenced the world. Interesting is it not, how all of the music that originated in the U S (gospel, blues, jazz, hip hop and their derivatives) came from African Americans?
Well said,CEB! The great African American scholar, W. E. B. Du Bois, more than 90 years ago, wrote about this in one of his most overlooked book titled: “The Gift of Black Folk.”
Sure is.
Different kinda sigh!
Tell me about it.
I love the loyalty of James Taylor. He has been a supporter of POTUS from day one.
Carolina’s finest! Proud to claim him! Love him sump’in awful! 😀
What a cool birthday for Usher, spending it at the White House with POTUS & FLOTUS! 😎
Okay, so I’m in moderation. Another sigh! 🙂
Is anybody there?,,, Does anybody care?
Dee, I’m not laughing at you *but* I am chuckling at your plaintive crY!
Have a good night!
Thanks {{{ VC }}}! Goodnight!
{{{{{Dudette}}}}}
Hey Queen Dudette,
Some of us who greatly care about you have zero power to free you.
Aw! Thank you Sweet Friend! I appreciate you!
Okay, not “right now” anymore, but whatever…
Awful quiet around here. Anybody home? Helloooo-oooo-ooooooo…
Sorry Dudette – I’ve been out all afternoon – just made it home – busy busy – catching up as I type – listening to James Taylor 🙂
No prob 99. Love me some JT!
❤ ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤
Ain’t this some BS…
Republicans are just straight up fascist bastards!
Dinette, they are Racist, “fascist bastards.”
Truly
Since the majority of the mass killers are White males from 18 -34 yrs old, maybe we should take guns away from this age group!
Well dang, another comment in moderation? What’s the deal Word Press? Man… [harrumph!]
Impossible act to follow, no matter who is next POTUS, FLOTUS – thanks NW
Okay, I give up. Word Press just doesn’t like me anymore. I’ll take it as a sign that I should just go to bed. 🙂
Goodnight/Good Morning All! Although, it’s likely WP won’t let you see this either. [sigh!]
I’m enjoying your pics! I was in moderation for 10 weeks. Being able to read everything was my lifesaver.
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Thanks we all need a hug. Same back to you
Well, just one more… 🙂
This has been a musically inspired day and now I’m going to watch Cookie open up a can of whoop-azz 🙂
Good nite y’all ❤
If a Democrat did this (if it’s true) …
That’s because B.C will never be president and he needs the money. His next gig is on Fox. He’ll probably replace Juan Williams because B.C is a real black person.
Democrats need a “clean” candidate, with no “plots” against him from Republicans in Congress or anywhere else.
Hmmm …
Performing tonight must have been bittersweet for James Taylor; his mother died over the weekend.
Gertrude Woodard Taylor
The mother of Grammy-winning singer-songwriter James Taylor has died, according to The Associated Press. Gertrude Woodard Taylor was 92.
The “Fire & Rain” singer says on his website that his mother died over the weekend surrounded by four generations of family at her home “overlooking her beloved Stonewall Pond” in Chilmark on Martha’s Vineyard, the AP said.
Her daughter Kate Taylor tells the Vineyard Gazette that their mother died of complications from old age.
James Taylor says his mother devoted her life to her husband and five children and was an accomplished painter, weaver, photographer, horticulturist and “a killer cook.”
In a post on Facebook, the singer said he is “deeply grateful for all the kind words of sympathy and condolence that people have been sending in these past two days.”
Born in 1922, the former Gertrude Woodard was an aspiring singer who studied at the New England Conservatory of Music. In 1946, she married Isaac Taylor, dean of the University of North Carolina’s medical school. Isaac Taylor died in 1995.
She is survived by four children, James, Kate, Hugh and Livingston Taylor; and multiple grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a son, Alexander, who died in 1993. –
See more at: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/delcotimes/obituary.aspx?n=gertrude-woodard-taylor&pid=176089498#sthash.H19bGQje.dpuf
I know from personal experience it can be a profound and sad thing when your mother dies. The woman who brought you into the world, who nurtured and held you from birth, who witnessed your journey to becoming a person. My mother and I were not always in harmony, and it was devastating to me when she developed Alzheimer’s and I tried to take care of her and failed. Perhaps worst of all was when she no longer recognized me and even thought I was her enemy. Yet in my last visit with her I sang to her a verse of Silent Night and held her hand, and said “I love you” (Io ti amo.) in Italian, her first language. She smiled at me and a tear ran down her cheek as I kissed her goodbye. That was my last image of her physical presence in this life. Now among all the memories and images what comes to me are the loving ones.
I am so sorry for your loss Bill R. That was very moving and touching how you sang and gave her much love at the end, from that moment you held her hand and kissed it, she knew you were her son. Loving memories should always be the ones that remain.
Bill, what a lovely final parting. Had a conversation with a neighbor today about Mother’s, she lost her’s when we were teenagers, 45 years ago; I’m SO BLESSED to still have mine with me, in relatively decent health. I live in a small town and there are less than two dozen seniors over eighty left. Last year, seven women, ages 65 – 94 died. While we still ocassionaly have Mother/Daughter wars, I know that I’ll never have anyone love me the way that she does. This lady made a way out of no way to give me an upbringing, opportunities, and life experiences that most of my two parent friends never had. I’m forever grateful.
Thank you all for the kind responses. I should also add that I was raised in a single parent home by my mother with my grandmother’s help. My mother made waitress wages and raised three children, all three college educated. Like yours she made a way for us in this world out of no way. God bless her always.
{{{{{ Bill R. }}}}
What a remarkable woman to have raised such a loving and thoughtful son. You honor her memory in the telling of your beautiful story and in the life you lead. Thank you Bill.
Thank you Bill R for sharing your personal grief about your mother! I felt the same way when my mother passed in 1994, after years of battling Parkinson.
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Too cute!
The First Lady is absolutely gorgeous! PBO is one lucky man!
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