Time spent in nature decreases stress and anxiety and improves focus for adults as well as children.

It's not easy to have the job of president. It's not easy to run for it. And it's not a job for the feint of heart.

The National Federation of Republican Women has a long history of helping bring women into the political process while promoting the Republican cause.

I think there are a lot of reasons to be critical of the media in America.

Any criticism of someone you love is hard to take.

My mother was my Girl Scout leader, and George's mother was his Cub Scout leader. In fact, that's when some say her hair turned white.

A good book is like an unreachable itch. You just can't leave it alone.

No one likes to be criticized.

I'm not wild about the term first lady. I'd just like to be called Laura Bush.

Libraries offer, for free, the wisdom of the ages and sages and, simply put, there's something for everyone inside.

In contrast to my husband, I can pronounce the word nuclear.

We can overcome evil with greater good.

When you reach out to others in need, when you reach out to the world, you really do have a satisfying life by helping others.

I have found the most valuable thing in my wallet is my library card.

Children who are read to learn two things: First, that reading is worthwhile, and second, that they are worthwhile.

Leadership is not about popularity, it is about doing what is right.

People ask me if I ever see my father and I say yes, because he puts in the effort. He calls all the time to tell us he's proud of us.

My first cat was named Cowboy, after the Dallas Cowboys.

I hope to continue writing. I hope to continue teaching.