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Joyce, Royal Oak, MI — Thu, 12 Jul 2007 19:31:25 GMT

What a nice tribute. I did not know much about her but you wrote so eloquently, I feel I have a better sense of who she was. Thanks.

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Joan Chapman, Cheshire — Thu, 12 Jul 2007 19:41:10 GMT

Brian - Thank you for a beautiful tribute to "Lady Bird" and your memories of her.

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Karen Haak — Thu, 12 Jul 2007 19:42:08 GMT

I think of Lady Bird Johnson as a wonderful First Lady who loved her husband and her children and her country. She was often compared to Jacqueline Kennedy; this was so unfair. Lady Bird Johson was genuine and thoughtful and kind. She loved flowers and fought to protect the wild flowers of our country. Most of all she served as a gentle critic and wise counsel to her husband. She lived an honorable life; we will all miss her.

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James Miller Columbia, Illinois — Thu, 12 Jul 2007 19:44:57 GMT

Brian,

It is always a joy to hear stories such as this one, certainly not about someone passing away, but the legacy in which they leave. It is quite obvious the passion you have for your position and how grateful you are for having experience such as these and it is wonderful that common people get to, if only for a few moments have the pleasure of being taken away to a by-gone era and hear the intimate details of your experiences.

Thank you

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Chris Golden, Coventry, CT — Thu, 12 Jul 2007 19:45:04 GMT

Dear Mr. Williams,
That was, perhaps, the most eloquent and heartfelt posting that you have ever written for The Daily Nightly. Thank you for taking the time to share your personal reflections of Lady Bird Johnson. Your obituary which ran at the top of Nightly News last night was equally eloquent and emotional. It is so important that when this country suffers a loss like that of Mrs. Johnson that we take time to look back and reflect, for it is out of this reflection that we learn so much about ourselves. After reading your blog and watching your report our country should look inward; we will see what makes us, truly, Americans.
Deepest condolences to the Johnson family and to its friends, including yourself

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Susan McLaughlin Laguna Hills, California — Thu, 12 Jul 2007 19:47:35 GMT

My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. Lady Bird will truely be missed. What a gracious, lovey lady!!!!!!

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Walls, MS — Thu, 12 Jul 2007 19:49:04 GMT

She was truly one of the great First Ladies of our time. She served her Country and State with dignity and grace. May she rest in peace for at last she is with her beloved.

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N=1 — Thu, 12 Jul 2007 20:01:09 GMT

Absolutely lovely tribute! Thank you for writing it. Perhaps you would consider sending a personalized copy to her daughters, as I believe they would appreciate that.

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Ginger Bennett — Thu, 12 Jul 2007 20:15:09 GMT

What a grand lady. I always think of her when I am lucky enough to be driving on a Texas highway looking at all of the wildflowers. You can do alot of thinking doing those "Texas miles" that are longer than any mile anywhere else. Thank goodness she gave us something to look at. She really gave us so much more than that, I know.

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Amanda - Ridgewood, NJ — Thu, 12 Jul 2007 20:18:39 GMT

Brian,
That was a lovely and beautifully written tribute to Mrs Johnson. May she be at peace at last, reunited with her husband catching up on all of the lost years.

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O. Beatty — Thu, 12 Jul 2007 20:23:17 GMT

What a lovely tribute to so gracious a woman. Brian Williams' message was eloquently expressed.

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Beth Lorch, Terrebonne, Oregon — Thu, 12 Jul 2007 20:26:13 GMT

Thank you so much, for a touching story about a nice lady that was important to so many of us for so many years. She will be missed.

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Scott B., Pearland, TX — Thu, 12 Jul 2007 20:34:22 GMT

Thank you for sharing such wonderful memories. A great Lady is now at rest. I was surprised at how meaningful her passing feels. It feels like a bit of Texas just faded away.

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colin brinkley,brisbane, queensland,australia. — Thu, 12 Jul 2007 20:34:32 GMT

My condolences to the johnson family at this sad time. As a child i remember the visit of LBJ to our country in the late 1960s during the tumult of the vietnam war years. I think he was the first u.s. president to visit our shores and he had a great load on his shoulders in the post kennedy era of u.s. politics. As his wife i am sure Lady Bird supported him in all this work. Yours colin.

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Gary Blumenthal, Sudbury, MA — Thu, 12 Jul 2007 20:46:39 GMT

Brian, Thank you for a beautiful rememberance of a grand lady and her dynamic husband. I also have had a livelong fascination with LBJ and would have loved to have met Mrs. Johnson. Your story gives life again to an incredible time of change and challenge in our nation's history.

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Rick Barnes, Memphis, TN — Thu, 12 Jul 2007 20:50:23 GMT

What a beautiful, fitting tribute to a gracious woman. I, too, wrote to President Johnson when I was a young boy. I envy your fortune in getting to meet and know such a great woman.
Thank you for your tribute.

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c.a. miller — Thu, 12 Jul 2007 20:53:02 GMT

Thank you, Mrs. Johnson, for the wonderful American legacy of native wildflowers along our highways. Many gardeners across our land have given you credit for the movement you started so many years ago that continues today.

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Dena Metcalf, Wichita, Ks — Thu, 12 Jul 2007 20:54:20 GMT

What a lovely piece by Brian Williams on such a lovely lady. I always thought Lady Bird and her husband complemented each other so perfectly. She was so gracious and refined and he was so earthy and blunt. Thank you Mr Williams.

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Thomas Baggett, Richmond, Virginia — Thu, 12 Jul 2007 21:05:25 GMT

Dear Mr. Williams:

I have watched you throughout the years on NBC Nightly News and would like to say that the article you wrote on the passing of Laby Bird Johnson is special. The tone and magnitude of expressions about this women makes me weep. Your last comment "what a loss when her great heart stopped beating" says it all. Congratulations and a job well done.........

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Mario J. Herrera Miami, FL — Thu, 12 Jul 2007 21:15:05 GMT

That was a wonderful piece on Mrs. Johnson. Mr. Williams you've got a lot of class.

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Mary Bullard, Fullerton Ca. — Thu, 12 Jul 2007 21:15:52 GMT

Yesterday afternoon, after hearing of the death of Lady Bird, I went outside and picked a variety of small flowers from my garden. Not all were the most perfect or most beautiful, but all were lovely.
I put them in an informal arrangement in a green vase. As I look at them today, I remember what a beautiful world this can be. Thank you, Lady Bird, for helping to Keep America Beautiful. And, thank you Brian Williams for this wonderfully written tribute to a wonderful First Lady.

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J. Hoelbl, Chicago, IL — Thu, 12 Jul 2007 21:17:19 GMT

What a lovely story!! I remember the "Johnson Era" well and know Lady Bird will be missed by family and friends.

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Donna Heath, Easley, SC — Thu, 12 Jul 2007 21:19:45 GMT

Brian Williams is so eloquent. His story is wonderful. While I was not a fan of LBJ, I was a fan of Lady Bird. She was a wonderful woman and she will be sorely missed.

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John Miller, Elkhorn, NE — Thu, 12 Jul 2007 21:23:45 GMT

Brian,
Very well written.

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jack m knox — Thu, 12 Jul 2007 21:24:44 GMT

What a wonderful story about a very special visit to a Woman that to many of todays generation never knew.
You truly were blessed to have had this opportunity to visit Mrs Johnson and shre the things with her that were part of both The presidenst life and hers, i envey you . Thank you for a warm hear touching story

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Elizabeth Huber Austin TX — Thu, 12 Jul 2007 21:40:31 GMT

Growing up President and Mrs Johnson were one of the first presidents I really rememeber. What an artistic and elegant woman Mrs Johnson was and will be missed deeply by all. I wish I had gotten to meet her but living in Austin, I will never forget her. God Bless the family in this time of sorrow.

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Carole Haracourt, Tucson, Arizona — Thu, 12 Jul 2007 21:46:28 GMT

What a wonderful tribute. Although I was only 14 months old when the Johnsons left the White House, I have always been interested in them, and fascinated by Lady Bird and how she always handled whatever life threw at her gracefully. It's nice to have that impression confirmed by someone who had the opportunity to know her personally.

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J Timpson — Thu, 12 Jul 2007 21:46:37 GMT

Beautiful. Simple, eloquent and testimony to what a pioneer she was...in the days before we felt (or others did) to self identify in this way.

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Lisa McNeil,Alpharetta,Georgia — Thu, 12 Jul 2007 21:48:30 GMT

Good Evening Mr.Williams, What a truly beautiful posting in tribute to a Grand Lady. You are extremely fortunate to have been invited to the LBJ Ranch in Texas and being able to sit in the chair he once sat in at the dining room table. You have some treasured memories of them. She will be remembered as a formidable and grand First Lady. Thank you again Mr.Williams for this lovely posting. They are now together as it should always be.

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Lynn Guzower, Kissimmee, FL — Thu, 12 Jul 2007 21:50:57 GMT

My grandparents were friends of Lady Bird and the President. A picture of them at a dinner together hangs in my father's house, to this day. My family sends their thoughts and prayers to the family, during this difficult time of loss.

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Dawn, Atlanta, GA — Thu, 12 Jul 2007 22:04:51 GMT

Brian
thank you for a wonderful story/message. I enjoyed reading it. I now feel like I know much more about their family.

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Raymond Crawford, Dallas, Texas — Thu, 12 Jul 2007 22:27:31 GMT

Brian
Your remembrances were so touching about a gracious lady. Having just moved back to Dallas from Chicago, I'm anxious to return to "the ranch along the Perdenales" and absorb the beauty of the hill country
and a great lady's spirit.

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Ernest Sharpe Austin TX — Thu, 12 Jul 2007 22:34:48 GMT

What a touching tribute, Brian. You must have been very young indeed when you wrote LBJ. He was a ferocious personality with a ferocious ambition and a ferocious commitment to values people never suspected he had. Somehow, Ladybird was able to tame (or temper) that ferocity into a man of stature (however tilted it might be). LBJ--egoist that he was--might have resented that you didn't devote more attention to him, even in his wife's obituary; but he would be greatly pleased with your respect and affection. Here in the Hill Country, people still feel fifty different ways about Lyndon, but no one ever felt anything but love for Ladybird.

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Jannice, Charlotte NC — Thu, 12 Jul 2007 22:34:57 GMT

What a wonderful and beautiful story. I knew very little about Lady Bird. This story opened my eyes and heart to a great american spirit. God bless their family.

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Anne Knoxville TN — Thu, 12 Jul 2007 22:47:45 GMT

Brian

You brought tears to my eyes with your wonderfully eloquent memories of Lady Bird Johnson. She was a lady in the truest sense, and our country will miss her deeply. Through triumph and despair, she carried herself with beauty and grace. Our country is more beautiful in many ways as a result of her being our First Lady. May she rest in peace. Our condolences to her family.

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Linda Romero — Thu, 12 Jul 2007 22:50:55 GMT

My best to the family, President Johnson and Lady Bird are together again. We are a grateful nation for all that he was able to accomplish. He was lucky to have a supportive family and loving wife. Texas was lucky to have a wonderful first lady who cared about beautifying her state. God Bless America and those who serve her.

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Lynn G., Minneapolis, MN — Thu, 12 Jul 2007 22:52:51 GMT

Brian, I hope they read your story from today at her funeral. It's the most beautiful eulogy I think I've ever seen. Thank you for such an uplifting and warm rememberance of this wonderful First Lady. May she rest in peace.

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Greg,, Knoxville, Tennessee — Thu, 12 Jul 2007 23:01:01 GMT

Thank you for a beautiful tribute to Lady Bird Johnson. We pray for the Johnson family during this difficult time. When I was 23, I went to Wash. DC for the first time and took a tour bus of the capitol. The tour was narrated by a Dutch graduate student who was working his way through school. He admitted to being a great fan of Lady Bird. Along with the monuments, he pointed out dozens of parks for which he said she was responsible. It was a warm winter day, and each of these parks were full of beds of pansies in full bloom. I still think of Lady Bird, whenever I see pansies in bloom.

A Beagle Lover

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Randy, Fresno, CA. — Thu, 12 Jul 2007 23:07:53 GMT

Thank you Brian for your touching tribute to Mrs. Johnson. Mrs. Johnson epitomised grace and elegance.

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Chris — Thu, 12 Jul 2007 23:21:08 GMT

Beautifully written. I cannot believe any of your competitors can write like that!

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TC, San Antonio, Texas — Thu, 12 Jul 2007 23:24:20 GMT

I remember LBJ as the stablizer. I remember all the hurt, tears and pain as a young boy from the JFK loss that LBJ's presence somehow soothed. Lady Bird was all things graceful, especially to us Texans and particularly after the Whitehouse years. Most of us appreciate her especially as we pass the spring burst of wildflowers along the Texas highways that us Native Texans see every year. Once at an event long ago in the heart of Texas, I thought I made eye contact with LBJ in a very crowded venue. I remember feeling like God was looking down at me. I looked away. Strange. LBJ was as tall as Texas and Lady Bird was its beauty and grace.

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Sarah Barbee-Yow, Vallejo, CA — Thu, 12 Jul 2007 23:45:53 GMT

I am a Texan and I grew up knowing who Lady Bird was. I am so sad that the grand lady is gone. She was responsible for the wild flowers growing along the highways. She will be missed. My condolences to her family.

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Peggy, Oklahoma City, OK — Thu, 12 Jul 2007 23:57:53 GMT

What a beautiful story about a wonderful woman. I was a young girl when LBJ was president. When I drive along and see the wild flowers blooming, I always think of Mrs. Johnson. What a legacy.. . . .

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David Harris, Mooresville, North Carolina — Fri, 13 Jul 2007 00:04:03 GMT

In January, 1998, I checked out from the Dallas Library Mrs. Johnson's book on her White House years, and enjoyed it so much, that I was late returning it. I wrote Mrs. Johnson about that, and how much I had admired her and the President, and received a very nice letter from her in reply. She also sent a copy of the book to me, saying that this was one I could have to enjoy any time I wished. What a kind and elegant lady; the graciousness she had was unique and will be missed. Thank you for a lovely article about this wonderful First Lady.

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Gerry, Leonardtown, MD — Fri, 13 Jul 2007 00:08:57 GMT

Thank you for the personal memories of Lady Bird, they were heartfelt and touching. She lived through turbulent times, with a man who she matched with her giving personality and warmth.

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Adam Carney, Manchester, United Kingdom — Fri, 13 Jul 2007 00:09:18 GMT

Even tho i'm british, I still admire great figures in foreign politics and Mrs Johnson was one of those great figures. My admiration is for her efforts in enviromental issues and her courage in the hours and days after that terrible event in Dallas in November 1963.

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P. Nathan, Austin, Tx — Fri, 13 Jul 2007 01:53:26 GMT

Wow. I am impressed with your writing and knowledge of the subject. Your personal insights made the piece very enjoyable to read. Good job.

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Mark Salit, Somerset, New Jersey — Fri, 13 Jul 2007 01:53:29 GMT

This is a wonderful tribute to a wonderful person, and
I must say the best first lady in this century. I
remember meeting her in Jackson Hole, Wyoming on a
whistle stop campaign tour for her husband the time
he ran against Goldwater, and she was as graceful as
could be. I was only 15 years old at the time, but
meeting her then, feels like it was yesterday. I will
have very fond memories for a wonderful woman.

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Nancy Melander, san Jose,CA — Fri, 13 Jul 2007 02:07:05 GMT

What a lovely article for an inspiring woman.

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Princess Samantha Kennedy — Fri, 13 Jul 2007 02:51:16 GMT

Lady Bird was a very lovely lady who brought beauty to our country with her flowers we see on the roadside. My son, Sir Adam, who is disabled, I take him on road trips. He will sit in the back and comment on the beautiful wildflowers. And how many millions of people have felt a sense of peace when just driving and seeing beautiful flowers. We will remember her for beauty.

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Princess Samantha Kennedy, San Luis Rey, Ca. — Fri, 13 Jul 2007 02:56:29 GMT

Lady Bird brought beauty and happiness to millions of people.

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Barbara, TN — Fri, 13 Jul 2007 03:41:50 GMT

I never cared much for President Johnson. I cared very much for Mrs. Johnson (who hated the name Lady Bird). Of all the First Ladies, she left the strongest mark. Her beautification of America will be enjoyed for generations to come. She lived her life by her own terms. God Bless you, Claudia.

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Greg Murdock, Belgrade, MN — Fri, 13 Jul 2007 03:46:24 GMT

Brian,
As a very young child of the 1960s she was a vague memory to me. As I grew into adulthood my perception has mostly been that she was always the “forgotten first lady”. Reading your story and others I have learned that she was as important to the role of First Lady as Eleanor Roosevelt; perhaps more. History, in my thinking, will be very kind to Lady Bird Johnson. Our first environmentalist of influence!

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Rick Vila, Palm Springs, CA — Fri, 13 Jul 2007 04:14:40 GMT

Gosh, I always loved Lady Bird, even as a youngster in the 60's when she occupied the White House. Her death makes me yearn for a time when there was civility in politics, and vision & leadership in the White House. Lady Bird's activism empowers all of us to do just a little more to preserve our precious environment and to take those extra few minutes to love & admire something as simple & natural as a wildflower.

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Tom Brown, Columbus, Ohio — Fri, 13 Jul 2007 04:18:23 GMT

Brian,

Of all the tributes I have read about this lovely, elegant woman, yours touched me deepest. We can hardly be surprised when one of her many years departs. But still...

She WAS formidable; she had to be. With a strong, powerful father and husband, she held her own and remained throughout...a lady.

After the glamour of "Camelot" Mrs. Johnson had a seemingly impossible act to follow. Yet, by being simply her gracious, beautifully-human self, she succeeded magnificently.

Thank you for your eloquent words, worthy of the grand lady they honor and remember.

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Frank Cohoon — Fri, 13 Jul 2007 05:31:45 GMT

Wow. What a great story about a great family. I felt so bad for LBJ after the lies that McNamara sold him. I respected him for his Civil Rights movement in the 60's. Behind every great man lies a great woman and Lady Bird was that and so much more. We need more women to step up as she did. Our world depends on it.

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Bethany and Margie and Jan Phillips Pasadena .tx.77506-2607 — Fri, 13 Jul 2007 05:51:20 GMT

god bless the Family we have some of the nice flower in our yard thank you Bethany and Margie and Jan Phillips

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Jun Nishihara, Japan — Fri, 13 Jul 2007 07:44:55 GMT

Thank you for a beautiful piece of Lady Bird Johnson. Their dog, Yuki, is pictured in the middle of the article and in Japanese, "Yuki" means "snow." I wonder if the Johnsons had some connection to Japan. I am Japanese and I'm curious to find out. Thanks, Brian, for the wonderful rememberance.

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Olivia — Fri, 13 Jul 2007 11:59:35 GMT

Lady Bird Johnson is the first First Lady I've detailed memories of seeing in the news from my childhood. Thanks for the touching post and Anne Thompson's report last night on Lady Bird's being the first "green" first lady.

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Joyce, Wytheville, Va. — Fri, 13 Jul 2007 12:17:41 GMT

Mr. Williams, I am sure you are feeling such a deep sense of loss for someone you have such admiration and respect. I feel like we have lost someone who means so much to the American people and our country. She was a great lady and wonderful First Lady. She will be missed so much. Her passing brings back the memories of President Johnson's passing and his presidency. He had such a heavy load on his shoulders while he was in the White House. I always felt so sorry for him and he worked so hard for the country. I was so happy for him and Lady Bird when their grandson was born. The event brought some bright sunshine into their lives and they were so proud of him. God bless Lady Bird and President Johnson and may He grant them eternal peace.

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Jacquelyn Howell, Monette, AR — Fri, 13 Jul 2007 12:47:02 GMT

What a beautiful tribute!

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Alicia Pape, San Antonio, Texas — Fri, 13 Jul 2007 13:23:34 GMT

A wonderful experience for my 9-year old daughter was to go with her friend to the family's ranch for the night. Upon her return the next day she told me, "Mama, guess who I had lunch with!" Among the many names floating through my head, the one she said, "Lady Bird Johnson", was not one I expected. It occurred to me then... meeting the father, Lyndon, of my child's schoolmate (for the umteenth time) and going to the family ranch, just who we were dealing with. Of the meeting with T's great-grandmother, Lady Bird, my daughter says, "She was so nice. She couldn't talk to us but she sure did smile alot and hug us. She had lot of 'friends' around to help her do stuff." I hope that experience stays with my daughter forever. My husband and I have since told my daughter of the wonderful contributions Lady Bird made to our great state and what an honor it was for her to have met and spent time with Lady Bird, but to her, for now, the Grand Dame was just T's great-grandma.

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AnDrea Walker-Skye, Cushing, Oklahoma — Fri, 13 Jul 2007 14:39:23 GMT

Lady Bird was, and will remain, the best of Texas. Your article does justice to her graciousness. Thank you.

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K. Lockhart, Bellevue, NE. — Fri, 13 Jul 2007 15:08:39 GMT

What a wonderfully written peice! Lady Bird was one of our most elegent first ladies. She was always there for LBJ in good times and bad. She was proud of her country and showed it in many good ways and she will be greatly missed.

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Tom Miller, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania — Fri, 13 Jul 2007 15:25:28 GMT

On a visit to the Johnson Presidential Library in the late 70s, I saw the reproduction of the Oval Office. The cabinet containing three television sets was its most memorable feature. As I was looking around that room, I heard a very distinctive voice behind me. As I turned around and returned to the elevator lobby, there was Lady Bird Johnson chatting with someone. I consider it an honor to have been in her presence for that brief time.

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Terry Hancock, Denver — Fri, 13 Jul 2007 15:36:33 GMT

Thank you Brian for that lovely tribute to Lady Bird Johnson. At the funeral Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, a small, stooped lady using a cane, discreetly entered St. Patrick's Cathedral. She sat alone at the back of that great house of worship, quietly saying goodbye to a friend whom she shared a unique bond. That private, gracious farewell seems so fitting of Lady Bird Johnson. Tomorrow, I shall go to a park here in Denver and sit silently in front of some wild flowers. I'll contemplate a great American who taught us to contemplate and cultivate the beauty around us.

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charleston south carolina — Fri, 13 Jul 2007 15:39:27 GMT

Your heartfelt words are precious.
You took me back to my childhood as I was 9 when
President Johnson took office that day on my Black and white TV screen. I always loved Lady Bird and still think of her every time I drive down a "clean" interstate" thanks to her litter campaign. My children do not remember when folks just tossed it out of the car without a thought.
I especially loved the mention of his clothes still hanging in the closet. I could only imagine her comfort from that. Thank you for yoursweet words.

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S. Aumend, Dallas TX — Fri, 13 Jul 2007 15:51:14 GMT

Well done Mr. Williams...While I am sure her family and friends will mourn her passing, I believe they will celebrate her life even more. Like her spirit, the causes she championed will live on. Every spring and into the summer you will be able to see her spirit alive and well along the highways and back roads throughout Texas when the wildflowers begin to bloom and our state flower the Bluebonnet leads the way. So, we should thank God for her passion and that after 34 years the LBJs are together again.

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rb, salt lake, utah — Fri, 13 Jul 2007 17:21:19 GMT

It was very revealing the toughts that the first President Bush gave. He remarked how gracious and friendly the Johnson's were to the new Congressman. This graciousness and friendliness seems to be out of style now in Washington. Too bad. I think a lot more could be done if tbe manner in which people in the beltway acted and interacted like they did forty years ago. Nice tribute to this unique lady.

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Valerie Neal, Oakland CA — Fri, 13 Jul 2007 18:17:52 GMT

Laby Bird was truly that - a LADY and a beautiful human being. At a time when President Johnson was dealing with the loss of President Kennedy and the Vietnam War, Lady Bird was the graceful quiet in the storm. She was not one to TALK about what SHOULD be done - she rolled up her sleeves and worked alongside others to make not only Texas but this country, during its tumultous period not only a place of beauty but created very valuable programs such as Head Start which have served countless families in the inner cities. She will be truly missed but most of all - she will remain very loved by all

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Tony Cordaro — Fri, 13 Jul 2007 18:33:26 GMT

Dear Mr. Williams, Thank you for a wonderful tribute to a wonderful "Lady". I had the good fortune to stationed at Bergstrom Air Force Base during the Presidential years. I was in Air-Rescue and spent a good deal of time at the "Ranch" serving the "Great
Bear" The man was a whirlwind of activity and motion,He was hard to keep civilized, but Ms Lady bird could do it. She knew what to say and how to say it. I believe she had the only direct line to the man, he certianly did things his way. The family was just ordinary "Folk" Lucy was the girl next door,and Ms Johnson was a true "Queen" of the Texas Hill Country, she will be greatly missed, yet she leaves behind a fabulous legacy.

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Patty — Fri, 13 Jul 2007 18:52:56 GMT

Thank you, Brian for the lovely piece on our Lady Bird! She was the most gracious, kind, gentle, sweet woman. I have NEVER heard of a single person that spoke ill of her. We will miss her, and wish her family well.

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dolphus bud jones 130 n.main andrews tx.79714 — Fri, 13 Jul 2007 19:20:09 GMT

brian, a great tribute to a great first lady.

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Carol Campbell, Pittsburgh, PA — Fri, 13 Jul 2007 19:26:15 GMT

Dear Brian, if I may call you that,

There is one particular telephone call to President Johnson from Mrs. Johnson concerning Walter Jenkins and his distraught wife. That phone call encompasses just about all that's good in a person (the First Lady). I have listened to it so many times and encourage others to do the same. She was a good human being.

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Layna Taylor, Tempe, AZ — Fri, 13 Jul 2007 19:34:40 GMT

Thank you for a lovely tribute to a great lady. It is wonderful to hear someone who knew her share his experiences with her so beautifully.

I second the suggestion that you send it to her daughters in personalized form.

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Lois Reeves Hallsville, Missouri — Fri, 13 Jul 2007 19:52:37 GMT

What a great article. Very well done. Those women did not have it easy. Being looked at with a magnifying glass every day of their time in office.
Your article was a very nice tribute.

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Susan H.Stewart — Fri, 13 Jul 2007 20:23:47 GMT

I am amazed at what I did not know about Lady Bird Johnson. Thank you for such a thoughtful and informative article.

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suep, rckfd il — Fri, 13 Jul 2007 21:15:18 GMT

Thank you Brian for such a moving tribute to a beautiful lady.

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Deborah Speight, Hyattsville, Maryland — Fri, 13 Jul 2007 21:26:54 GMT

Lady Bird was a wonderful First Lady. She will be remember for all the beautiful flowers along our highways. Rest in peace.

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Walter R Russell, Charlotte NC — Fri, 13 Jul 2007 21:34:45 GMT

Wonderful tribute Mr.Williams. I'm sure another little known title she bore was silent strength behind LBJ's Civil Rights decisions. Flowers are a beautiful thing to be remembered for, but there was and is so much more to this lovely Lady. I lost my mother this year as well, so to the family rejoice she's in a better place.

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Les Alverson — Fri, 13 Jul 2007 21:52:31 GMT

Right now I too, am going through a grieving process. I'm losing my beloved Father to liver cancer. I was born on the cusp of the Johnson Era, 1967 and really did not know of the President nor the First Lady. But by reading this story and what has been shown on NBC Nightly News, I feel that the nation has lost a real "Grande Dame" of a person. What a wonderful legacy she has left to us, we Americans.

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Judy Karen Johnson Watkins, Hillsboro, Texas — Fri, 13 Jul 2007 22:17:38 GMT

Brian Williams, thank you for the lovely tribute to one of Texas's treasures. Texas has seen many such ladies that have been our strong Steel Magnolias; yet, Lady Bird, while leading her husband into the height of politics in turbulent times has shown the world the character and example of one of our remarkable Texas ladies. I find it appropriate and timely that my one year old grand-daughter's middle name of Taylor is Lady Bird's maiden name. I am proud to say that Kristin Taylor is a sixth generation Texan and Lady Bird Johnson has provided a grand example for our present and future Texas ladies. I attended East Texas Baptist College in Marshall, which is down the road from the Karnack family home of Lady Bird. I remember in 1967, as a college freshman, how proud I was when I drove past the pretty white, two-story house which stood stately on the humble hill for all to enjoy. Many friends were in the terrible Viet Nam war, yet seeing this homesite somehow gave a reassurance that a motherly presence was also working for all in our nation. God bless the family in this time of loss. What a loving and generous family that has opened their hearts to include the people of all fifty states!

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Barb, Fort St John, BC Canada — Fri, 13 Jul 2007 22:20:11 GMT

Thanks so much for this lovely tribute to Mrs. Johnson. She sure was a remarkable lady and even though I live in Canada I was in awe of her. She will be missed.

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SCOTT BURTON, JASPER,TEXAS — Fri, 13 Jul 2007 23:05:31 GMT

Mr. Williams I truly enjoyed your piece about Lady Bird. Many people know of her grace and kindness. But many underestimated her, thinking that she was a quite obediant wife who was to be seen and not heard. You alluded to that in your article, about hearing her voice on many of the recorded conversations. L.B.J. was a heroic character,flawed, but heroic non the less. Lady Bird new this and stood strong and firm beside him. Not behind ,but beside him. She grew up in a very small town(Kildare,Tx.) daughter of an influential dry goods store owner. She never forgot where she came from, but was as at home in the White House or any small town diner. She will be missed and thank you so much for helping us to remember.

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DAVID SWANGER — Fri, 13 Jul 2007 23:25:56 GMT

GREAT JOB AS ALWAYS,,

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Rex and Teresa N. — Fri, 13 Jul 2007 23:26:58 GMT

Beautiful Lady, Beautiful words.

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Miranda, Phoenix, AZ — Fri, 13 Jul 2007 23:46:54 GMT

What a touching tribute piece this is. While the LBJ administration was many years before my time, I enjoy feeling the reflections of the past, especially when put in ink so eloquently. Thank you for sharing these moments with us.

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Desmond J. Rossi, Albany, NY — Fri, 13 Jul 2007 23:48:00 GMT

Brian, your words of respect and admiration reveal a true warmth and caring for Lady Bird Johnson. You give us a glimpse into who she was as a person away from the fame and bright lights of the Washinton public life. Thanks for that. The picture that is featured really does capture the spirit of the woman you have described. It is such a moving and revealing snapshot of a woman at peace in her skin and a smile in her heart. God rest her.

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Bruce Jackson, Mukilteo, WA — Sat, 14 Jul 2007 00:32:31 GMT

Excellent tribute to a humble, beautiful woman. I hope that someone will mention the accomplishments of her early life...how in a time and culture where women were relegated to the home, she built a media empire in Austin. I've heard it said that behind every great man, stands a greater woman. LBJ was a great man, but the "other" LBJ was indead greater in her own way.

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VINCE LAWHORN, ALAMOGORDO, NEW MEXICO — Sat, 14 Jul 2007 00:55:55 GMT

loyalty, dedication. and devotion, not only to her husband, and children, but also to the nation she loved. may god truely bless her.

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Dorothy, White Salmon, Wa — Sat, 14 Jul 2007 01:04:44 GMT

Not long ago, my cousin e-mailed pictures of the wildflowers in bloom along the interstate in Texas. What a beautiful sight! Lady Bird wanted billboards absent from the interstate highway system so that one could enjoy those wildflowers and other scenic views as well. Lyndon had to twist a few arms in Congress by threatening vetoes on other bills, but he knew he had to get the Beautification Bill passed for Lady Bird. And now we are the recipients of that bill- how lucky we are to have had her serve her country so graciously as our First Lady!

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james chapman,elizabethtown,ky — Sat, 14 Jul 2007 01:14:06 GMT

i think lady bird saw early in life what man with his machine's destroyed god beauty on earth.i feel she wanted to replace that beauty,and i may say was very succesful at it.i feel god decided her work here was done and was needed in heaven,god came and very gentaly took her home.she will be missed very much.

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John F., Arl Hts IL — Sat, 14 Jul 2007 02:56:29 GMT

Well put words about a very proper and magnificant First Lady. Our country and the world can use more Lady Bird Johnsons.

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Randy, Austin, Texas — Sat, 14 Jul 2007 06:05:37 GMT

In a parlor game in Los Angeles, I said I would choose Lady Bird as someone to spend an afternoon with. I couldn't articulate why. Thank you Brian for giving me the words.

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Jill Marti, Venice, Ca. — Sat, 14 Jul 2007 06:36:34 GMT

Your moving words evoked my strong personal memories of Ladybird. While traveling from NY to Washington, D.C. to promote her Beautification Campaign, Ladybird agreed to stop in Philadelphia for a television show I produced. As we reviewed the outline of her interview, she handed me the receipt for her Amtrak ride from NY to Philadelphia, and asked that I reimburse the government for it! She was that rare honest soul, and we taxpayers benefitted from her financial accumen.

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Wallace Kozlowski Lawrence massachusetts — Sat, 14 Jul 2007 08:14:09 GMT

Brian, thak you so much for sharing such wonderful thoughts and stories. When I heard the news I was so shocked and thenwas very sad for her passing she was one hell of a woman who got things done in a very fast manner but also a very gentel touch.may she rest in peace now and be with her husband in the house god yes I said GOD! Good bye miss ladybird we will miss you. you were and are the end of an era.

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Wallace Kozlowski Lawrence massachusetts — Sat, 14 Jul 2007 08:14:09 GMT

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Cathy Bell, Mililani Hawaii — Sat, 14 Jul 2007 10:23:02 GMT

Brian:

Great tribute to Lady Bird Johnson. She will be missed. Thank you so much for the memories!!

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mike — Sat, 14 Jul 2007 12:46:01 GMT

very nice article.but as a first year headstart student,1965,that is what im most grateful to the lady for.mrs johnsons efforts to start children off in school hada far reaching effect as my daughter was in,and i did volunteer work for,the 25th aniversary class of headstart.bless her heart and peace to her always.

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David R. Page, El Paso, Texas — Sat, 14 Jul 2007 13:38:55 GMT

Mr. Williams,
A very elequent epitaph to a tremendously wonderful lady. Your writing reminds us of just how important it is for the President to always have an advisor of other matters as a resource ound only in one's spouse. Surely many Americans will hold dearly the memories of this wonderful family and how they helped heal a nation, such as we wish our condolences to the family will help do now.

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Tony Mason, Paducah, Ky — Sat, 14 Jul 2007 13:40:12 GMT

A well written story about a grand lady.When I heard the news of her passing, I felt the same feelings and emotions as I did the day I heard of my own grandmothers passing, and as I write this, I choke down a lump in my throat.
My condolences to her family,and our nation who just lost its (grandmother).

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Ralph — Sat, 14 Jul 2007 14:48:59 GMT

Her actions spoke louder than words. A vey distant realative...

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J.B.B. — Sat, 14 Jul 2007 16:23:39 GMT

Brian, thank you! What a wonderful tribute to a wonderful and gracious lady. You said it all.

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Dennis Kaplan — Sat, 14 Jul 2007 19:56:08 GMT

A beautiful piece by one of the few great working journalists. Thank you, Mr. Williams.

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Michael Ore, Phoenix, Az. — Sat, 14 Jul 2007 19:59:06 GMT

Dear Brian Williams, I remember watching you as acorrespondent for NBC before you became the evening news anchor. I also remember you as a substitute for Tom Brokaw, and I thought of you as a thoughtful,interesting, and articulate reporter. When it was announced that you were to assume the duties of the NBC Evening News anchor, I thought that that was a good move on the part of NBC. Soon after the announcement I saw you on the Jay Leno Show, and my impressions of you were confirmed. In addition to the aforementioned qualities we, the viewers had the opportunity to see a witty and humorous man. Unfortunately, we don't have the chance to see you in that light often enough. I thank you for your thoughts on Mrs Johnson. Like you I appreciate all that she accomplished for our country. Ifeel that during their time of service in the spotlight neither President Johnson or Lady Bird got the credit they truly deserved. I hope history will be kinder to them. And I hope to see perhaps more of the humorous and human side of you.

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Tami Stork, Goodyear, Arizona — Sat, 14 Jul 2007 21:12:08 GMT

Mr. Williams, as usual, did a magnificent job on the tribute to Lady Bird Johnson. He captures the real essence of all the people I have seen him pay tributes to. Keep up the good work and keeep the kindness and compassion flowing. The world needs more of both.

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Yvonne, Illinois — Sat, 14 Jul 2007 21:18:35 GMT

That was a beautiful article about a wonderful woman. My family and I were just in Texas a month ago and stayed just near Johnson City. We toured the ranch and learned so much about LBJ and Ladybird. My children were all saddened to hear that she died so soon after their visit to the Johnson family cemetary at the ranch. At the time, we showed them where she would be buried next to her husband when her time came. I remember the tour guide telling us that she would often sit outside and wave to the tours going through the ranch or sometimes come up to the bus and talk to the visitors. She loved having people visit her beautiful home. She added so much love and beauty to the world.

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laverne griffith jonesboro,ga. — Sat, 14 Jul 2007 21:26:19 GMT

What a fine decent family this was. I admire Mrs.Johnson for her faitfulness and her beautiful ways.
She was what a FIRST LADY SHOULD BE.
God bless this family .

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Lucille Toulouse, San Diego, CA — Sat, 14 Jul 2007 21:29:56 GMT

Brian,

Thanks for the king words of Mrs.LBJ. They are aspiring and I will always remember her a a classy lady. I reember her daughter Lucy dancing the 'Frug',many years ago. How is she now? Give them my regarda.

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Kevin Deevey, Chatsworth, CA — Sat, 14 Jul 2007 22:15:10 GMT

Brian,

Thank you for this wonderfully heartfelt piece on Lady Bird Johnson. I have been an admirer of hers for many years, ever since the Beautification Bill of 1965 which cleaned up the nation's highways, and she was also a vital member of the National Geographic Society, which made a tremendous impact on my then-young life. How fortunate you were to have had the pleasure of knowing her. 23rd Psalm for Lady Bird, her friends and family.

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Elissa Davey, Garden of Innocence, Vista, CA — Sat, 14 Jul 2007 22:46:58 GMT

Brian, I read your words and could hear your familiar voice like a storyteller with a private story to tell and you told your story well. I remember the day President Kennedy was killed and the picture of Mrs. Kennedy and Vice President and Mrs. Johnson on the plane taking the oath of office with Mrs. Kennedy still in her pink suit. I was 16 years old. I looked at Mrs. Kennedys face so filled with loss and saddness and then at Lady Bird Johnsons and the two faces were one and the same. I wondered what Lady Bird was thinking right at this moment. Wondering if she was thinking, "how could I carry this large country after such a great loss. How will I help them get past this day." Lady Bird did lift up our country and made many parts of it beautiful with her flowers, her grace and her compassion. I would have loved to meet her, but I will remember her in each flower seed that was scattered along the road or planted in so many places to add more beauty to a nation already so beautiful. There is a wonderful gardener coming to Heaven today!

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James White Jr, St. John's, Montserrat, West Indies. — Sat, 14 Jul 2007 22:53:46 GMT

For a Caribbean man who does not know Lady Bird personally, from what i have gleaned she personified elegance and grace.

Brian is a true professional who writes from deep down and this wonderful tribute to Lady Bird has sent thrills down my spine.

She was everybody's "fair Lady" and I dear say "my Fair Lady" primarily because she'll be remembered for her "B-E-A-U-T-Y:

Cheers
James White Jr.

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marie... temecula california — Sun, 15 Jul 2007 00:38:55 GMT

Brian, your prose was sincere and eloquent. I feel a part of my life is gone too, since I lived thru the years of the 1960's and 1979's. What more can someone leave than their reputation and the love of those left behind.

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Celeste Desert Hot Springs,Ca — Sun, 15 Jul 2007 01:04:53 GMT

You wrote of fond & Beauitful moments you had with this gracious lady& what a great spirt she had ,through your words of her life we now know what a special person she was,god bless you for sharing your memories.

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L.J. Scott, Monrovia, California — Sun, 15 Jul 2007 01:47:44 GMT

Texas is responsible for giving us many wonderful women. More than any other state I would say. Barbara Jordon, Ann Richards and of course Lady Bird Johnson.
All gone, but not forgotten. The likes of which I'm sure we'll never see again.

Tell Death I am not here,
When he comes for me.
He will find me standing yonder
Uner a quince tree,
With violets in my hair
Jasmine in my hand,
Looking for the last time
At the lovely land,
Feeling for the last time
The wind in my face,
Watching the clouds go over
In their tall grace.
Death may have the body
In the room at the head of the stair,
But I shall be under a quince tree
With violets in my hair.
"The Green Linen of Summer"

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Laurie, Winder, Ga — Sun, 15 Jul 2007 02:28:42 GMT

Great Story Brian, I remember very clearly the day LBJ took office under such horrific circumstances and I was only 10 years old and remember Mrs Johnson being right by his side knowing times had to be so difficult for them, my prayers are with her family, they have truly lost a great woman!

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Argie Horn, Austin, Texas — Sun, 15 Jul 2007 03:21:26 GMT

Mr. Williams,
Thank you for such a touching tribute for such a special person. As a proud Texan living in Austin, her legacy is all around me all the time.

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David Bolter, MAJ, USAR, Kuwait — Sun, 15 Jul 2007 05:02:50 GMT

Mr. Williams:

As everyone else mentioned here, you wrote a truely timeless and eloquent rememberance of one of our finest First Ladies. Having visited the First Ladies exhibit at the Washington Smithsonian several times, my only lament is that there isn't more national mourning or rememberance directed towards our First Ladies. They all reflect a key view of our nation at it's best times and worst, their grace and presence contributing an often under-acknowledged, yet integral thread in the fabric of our national consciousness.

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Maureen, Canada — Sun, 15 Jul 2007 05:37:31 GMT

I just can't believe how time has gone by and the people who have grown old & passed on. She was one of a few from the Past that still remained ... and now she is gone, too. God Bless her.

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Coe Linn, Brownwood, Texas — Sun, 15 Jul 2007 06:40:37 GMT

What a wonderful tribute to a truly great lady! Thank you, Brian Williams, for your touching eulogy. I met and talked with Mrs. Johnson a number of times in Austin after the President died. I grew up only 75 miles from the Johnson ranch and went there a few times with my dad to look at cattle when I was very young.

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Brigid Greene, Dublin, Ireland — Sun, 15 Jul 2007 10:18:23 GMT

She was quite a lady!

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joyce sullivan — Sun, 15 Jul 2007 12:04:29 GMT

Please read Lady Birds book written about her years in the White House,,Wonderful and the BEST of all the First Ladies

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Sister Mary-Joanna Huegle, H.M. Villa Maria, PA — Sun, 15 Jul 2007 17:56:28 GMT

In this rural western Pennsylvania region many wild flowers grow persistently along our winding country roads; they give some slight idea of the wild-flower legacy that Mrs. Johnson made possible in Texas for residents and visitors to enjoy. In many ways she's tried to make our world a little brighter; how ironic it is to read that visual deterioration darkened her world so she could not see well the blooming beauty she loved and wanted to share widely! I hope that her eternal rest includes the peaceful contemplation of heavenly field-flowers of the kinds that "even King Solomon in all his glory" could not match.

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J Flynn — Sun, 15 Jul 2007 21:11:48 GMT

Brian;

What else can be said, you words were: Lovely, Beutiful and Just! LBJ (Lady Bird Johnson) Rest in Peace!

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Mayme "Williams" Shatto — Sun, 15 Jul 2007 23:33:54 GMT

Mr. Brian "Williams" - thanks so much for your beautiful tribute to "Lady Bird" - I recall seeing her through the fence at the White House - she waved to those of us who were observing the news event on that special day - she in a yellow dress - I never see a yellow flower without thinking about her - she certainly radiated "sunshine" in our lives that day. How kind of her to acknowledge those of us just outside of the gate looking in - I felt she was saying, in a spirital manner, come on in and join us. Later, visited the ranch in Texas - those wildflowers and bluebell images will always remain a lovely memory.

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Augustina Hernandez, Brownsville, TX — Mon, 16 Jul 2007 02:28:33 GMT

One of the first things done when I retired in Texas was to visit the Ladybird Johnson Wildflower Center. I shall always remember her when driving Texas highways in the springtime. What a wonderful eulogy that expressed the feelings of many Americans.

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Rick Caballero, Cedar Creek ,Tx. — Mon, 16 Jul 2007 03:13:24 GMT

Thank you for the wonderful thoughts of our Lady Bird. Her love for life and how she has touched so many people will be what i remember most about her. She will be sadley missed.

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J. Comras — Mon, 16 Jul 2007 03:22:14 GMT

What a beautiful tribute to a beautiful woman. History will think well of BOTH Lady Bird and Lyndon Johnson.

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TK, Santa Barbara, CA — Mon, 16 Jul 2007 04:35:05 GMT

A beautiful and eloquent tribute, you brought tears to my eyes. Thank you.

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Lee Doyle Seoul, Korea — Mon, 16 Jul 2007 06:29:06 GMT

Mr Williams
A class act in your tribute to Mrs Johnson, a truly remarkable and caring lady who loved people, nature and life.

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Alec, Warren, Michigan — Mon, 16 Jul 2007 07:23:16 GMT

Thanking you for the lovely remembrance of one of our Nation's most gracious First Ladies. I will always appreciate the time she took in helping to heal us after November, 1963. We should, however, rejoice that she is again whole and is befittingly together with her husband. We should never be sad as we will always be in possession of her loving spirit as exemplified by her Bluebonnets and Indian Paintbrushes.

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Debbie Madan — Mon, 16 Jul 2007 07:55:24 GMT

Lady Bird was a woman with "Great Dignity". I was 12 when she became 1st Lady. For me always, she was the perfect example of what a President's wife should be. She helped the country to stop and smell the flowers during a turbulent time. We will remember her for many reasons..... she was loved by many.

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Lew, Hanford, Ca. — Mon, 16 Jul 2007 11:05:08 GMT

What a great lady, God now has another wonderful person from the great state of Texas. To bad we have so few people in this world that meet the standards Mrs. Johnson had. God bless her family, and Texas.

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Cindy Kinser, Sylacauga, AL — Mon, 16 Jul 2007 13:27:45 GMT

Lady Bird Johnson was just that: a lady. She was a First Lady & seemed to live it until her departure from this earth. I was a small child when her husband was President, but I remember them much from reading of our country's history & seeing stories on television. I hope that she received at least some credit while she was still living for what she did that will leave a lasting impression on so many.
I did not realize the many uses of the letters LBJ until this article. Thanks for sharing Lady Bird Johnson with us.

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Joan McCann-Pawshuk, Chicopee Ma. — Mon, 16 Jul 2007 14:58:46 GMT

Your tribute to Lady Bird Johnson is simply beautiful.
To have visited the Johnson home and sat in LBJ's seat and spoken to Mrs. Johnson must be one of your most memorable experiences both as a journalist and as a man. You have made your mark on Nightly News since you have taken over from Tom Brokaw (whom I thought was almost irreplaceable) and I truly feel your broadcasts are the best of all the networks by far. Please keep up the good work and thank you for your thought-provoking and inspiring stories.

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Marshall Myers Uvalde, Texas — Mon, 16 Jul 2007 15:55:34 GMT

Mr. Williams
Your article on Lady Bird Johnson hits the mark.
She was so grand for the state of Texas and what Texas stands for.

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Susan Blatz, Durham, NH — Mon, 16 Jul 2007 16:12:10 GMT

I remember both President and Mrs. Johnson in the late 1950's, one or the other sitting quietly in their car, waiting to pick up their daughters from the school we attended. It always struck me that they surely could have asked someone else to do this but obviously they felt it important to do it themselves. I thought, and still do, it spoke volumes about their private family life and about the two of them as caring parents. I wish both their daughters peace in this difficult time.

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Carol Yam, Princeton, NJ — Mon, 16 Jul 2007 16:22:18 GMT

Most of us knew Lady Bird Johnson only through the media and it is especially interesting and heartwarming to hear personal stories like Brian's from those who knew her. It is always good to be reminded that we are all human and it is gratifying to be able to remember the important people in our country's history with pride and affection.

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Edward Cool, Harrisburg PA — Mon, 16 Jul 2007 16:41:35 GMT

A woman of grace and courage. Many are not aware that she was also an astute and successful businesswoman. She parlayed a $17,500 inheritance into a multi-million dollar media company.

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Mark J. Klohn Virginia Beach, VA — Mon, 16 Jul 2007 17:14:23 GMT

I am grateful that Lady Bird Johnson and I corresponded while I was in college. In 1980 she send me an autographed copy of her husband's autobiography and 2 years later sent me his 1965 Inaugural medal--both are items I will always cherish. After learning of her death, I went back through all the letters she wrote...such chrished memories... What a wonderful, wonderful person.

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Phyllis Harrison, Hammond, LA — Mon, 16 Jul 2007 18:23:26 GMT

Funny how time has changed our attitude about so many things in the political arena. What once was unspoken is now the nightly news with no regard for family - these who are hurt the most. What a truly wonderfullady Lady Bird was. I loved any interviews I saw with her - her stories - her thoughts when Jackie Kennedy died - everything about her reminded me of what women can accomplished with determination and class. Thank you Brian for a job well done - again.

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Kyle West, Raleigh, NC — Mon, 16 Jul 2007 18:26:49 GMT

I can only say that I can barely type because my eyes are now brimming with tears.

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Jay Doyle, Denver, Colorado — Mon, 16 Jul 2007 18:48:37 GMT

I may not have agreed with her (or her husband's) politics, but I certainly respected and admired her for her accomplishements, sense of duty and outright class. There are so few left like her, and her loss dwindles the numbers. We've lost a special treasure that is not likely to be replaced.

I remember as a young boy the First Lady was visiting my home town in Illinois. Her motorcade was sceduled to drive past our school, and we were going to be allowed to watch from the front lawn. I'm not sure whether Lady Bird was alerted in advance, but even though she had a schedule to keep she halted the motorcade in front of our school so she could greet us from the car. That image, and the kindess behind it, is indelibly etched in my brain all these years later.

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SPD Durango, CO. — Mon, 16 Jul 2007 18:57:31 GMT

Mr. Williams, this was a fitting and beautiful tribute to a wonderful woman. I thank you for giving us insight into her as a great President's wife and her life after his passing. Texas has lost too many of the women who stood tall and voiced their minds and reasoning. Another has joined them. God bless the Johnson family in their time of sorrow.

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Phyllis Harris ,Pontotoc,Ms — Mon, 16 Jul 2007 19:03:13 GMT

Ladt Bird was a wonderful Lady and your story will hopefully make othes want to learn more about her. Thanks for sharing your personal insight with us.

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Taggart Coley — Mon, 16 Jul 2007 19:29:11 GMT

My Grandmother was a distant ( 3rd cousin of LBJ) and I believe she had met him and lady Bird while he was President and despite the public opinion always said what a nice, personable man he was and that lady Bird was an exceptional and great lady.

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Maryanne Coulson, Beverly Hills, PA — Mon, 16 Jul 2007 19:50:22 GMT

This tribute to Mrs. Johnson was eloquent and touching. Lady Bird Johnson became First Lady during one of American History's darkest moments and she met the challenge with dignity and perseverance. For those of us who remember that fateful day in Dallas, we will never forget the looks of those on Air Force One who watched in "shock and awe" as Lyndon Baines Johnson was sworn into office. We will always be grateful to her for guiding her husband, our President, and this Nation at that time with dignity and style. She had a tough act to follow but she did it the Lady Bird Johnson way. Thank you Brian Williams for remembering.

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Hollis McCright, Big Spring TX — Mon, 16 Jul 2007 20:19:24 GMT

Brian, what a great tribute to Mrs. Johnson. I was in Austin attending a conference when upon arriving in my room and checking the local evening news, the word of her death had just occurred. Such a great, gracious woman. We have received a bodacious amount of rain, and the wildflowers were absolutely gorgeous. Even now, in the heat of West Texas, some still remain. I have never heard of a negative word against Mrs. Johnson - she is truly a Texan in the best sense of the word.

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Emma, Dallas, Texas — Mon, 16 Jul 2007 20:52:23 GMT

I saw her biography today, and it was so sad the only thing that she rememberd as a 6 year old child when her mother died was seening her mother, and her mother turned her head, and said to Lady Bird. "Your face is so dirty who will take care of you when I am gone." then her mother turned over, and died.
I cried when I heard this ..............how sad to have to remember your mom this way.
So sad.

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Don Learned Great Bend, Ks. 67530 — Mon, 16 Jul 2007 21:31:20 GMT

Mr. Williams,
Thank you for this lovely tribute to Mrs. Johnson. We have visited the ranch 10 years ago and enjoyed it. You had such wonderful words for such a lovely lady. I learned much from what you wrote. It helped make us feel better with her loss.

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ana acuff porterville calif — Mon, 16 Jul 2007 22:32:17 GMT

you have my sincere codolences , both your parents are together once again.

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Lisa L, Austin, TX — Mon, 16 Jul 2007 22:42:08 GMT

Thanks, Brian. We here in the Texas Hill Country feel the same way. We'll miss her terribly.

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Nancy H., Wichita Falls TX — Mon, 16 Jul 2007 23:40:01 GMT

Brian, Thanks for such a beautiful tribute. I'm an adopted Texan, living here now for 17 years. As a biologist, environmentalist, and a Democrat, I've long admired Mrs. Johnson and her contributions to this planet. She was one of a kind. More people should take her example and do their best to make the world a better place. She was the quintessential Texas lady. I think of her every time I enjoy a beautiful wildflower, and her wildflower center in Austin is a must-see for anyone visiting that part of the country. Thanks for your take on her life.

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Charles T. Ollie, Itta Bena, MS — Tue, 17 Jul 2007 00:47:34 GMT

Mr. Williams,
What a profound tribute to such a gracious First Lady! I now know what you know; I now feel the profound sense of loss that her family, you, and the rest of the country feel.

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Karen Laxson, Grand Prairie, Tx — Tue, 17 Jul 2007 00:57:09 GMT

Brian: I almost didn't read your Lady Bird story, but since I looked at everything posted, I thought "what the heck." I'm so very glad that I clicked on your very moving editorial. It was so very poignant and full of emotion. It was refreshing to read something that was very positive and personal. Mud slinging and name calling gets to very old. But Lady Bird transcended party politics as evidenced by the attendance and seating of the past presidents and former first ladies. Thank you for your heart-felt article. My admiration and respect for you went way up.

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Pat Rogers, Wauwatosa, WI — Tue, 17 Jul 2007 04:20:17 GMT

What a lovely article for a shining example of America and Texas in the honoring the lovely Lady Bird Johnson.. Living in Texas for half of my life and not born there, the pride and honor the people of the state hold in their heart for what is dear thickens my blood also. I never had the opportunity to meet Lady Bird Johnson but am proud to have lived, loved and appreciate her life and work in Texas as well as all over the United States. Her daughter's comments summed it up as simply, "She had a delicious life." Thank you Brian Williams for the tribute and insight of a formidable woman most of us wish we could sip some sweet tea with one more time.

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Monika McDonald, Austin, Texas — Tue, 17 Jul 2007 05:23:46 GMT

Lady Bird exemplified what a Texan is and a gracious Southern Belle. In our hour of need - She stood tall and firm along side her husband, and without hesitation took on the enormous responsibilites in which she so honorably performed. She is the tallest wildflower in the field. May God Bless their family.

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Dot Chaloupka Leach — Tue, 17 Jul 2007 05:43:48 GMT

Brian:
Back in the 70's I was a young reporter and anchor for KTVV, the then NBC-affiliate in Austin, and the competitor of KTBC the Johnson family station. In 1976, on July 4th, the year of the BiCentennial, we ran a taped interview I did with Mrs. Johnson two days before.
During the interview, she spoke of her days as First Lady, her work for beautification and eventually what she hoped her grandchildren and great-grandchildren might be celebrating in the next hundred years or more. As you can probably guess, she was articulate, endearing,gracious and memorable. Her warmth and humor were dazzling. Her death marks the end of an era not only for this Nation and Texas, but for this one-time news reporter who was granted a once-in-a- life -time interview with a great lady.

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E.Starky , CAPE TOWN , SOUTH AFRICA — Tue, 17 Jul 2007 08:31:22 GMT

Mr. Williams , Thank you for such a lovely article on the very sad passing of Lady Bird .
I was a teenager during the sixties, and now I live so far away from those days of youth, memories flood back of a Texas youth, a sad passing of a truly grand lady. I always felt that the Johnsons had such a hard place to fill both as president and as first lady. My sincere condolences to the Johnson family.

Elaine Evans CAPE TOWN , SOUTH AFRICA

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H.C. Smith, Ontario Canada — Tue, 17 Jul 2007 12:09:46 GMT

All the words I would have used have been said by others so I will simply say, your beautiful words covey with sincerity your sadness at this wonderful woman whose friendship has been a part of your life for many years. I didn't know much about LBJ (English born now Canadian) but you brought a snapshot of him and a montage of his wife to life.

To write from the heart is truly your gift.

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Tim Sisson, Austin, Texas — Tue, 17 Jul 2007 14:59:15 GMT

Mr. Williams,

good morning sir. As a graduate student in History, and as native Austinite who enjoys the Town Lake (hopefully anyday now will be the Lady Bird) Hike and Bike Trail, I thank you for your amazing words and letting the people know your wonderful memories.

Thank you

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Sandy Bobek, Los Angeles, CA — Tue, 17 Jul 2007 15:01:10 GMT

Brian, I thank you for your profound respect and obvious love you write about her with. The world has lost yet again, another wonderful soul. The times we live in now seem a little more cold. We will remember her in the spring especially when it is full of color with all the wildflowers. She was Texas Royalty, and deservedly so.

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Carolyn Davenport, Cleveland Oh — Tue, 17 Jul 2007 17:15:11 GMT

What a wonderful tribute your article was to a Grand Lady. I can tell you had great respect for her as well as President Johnson. Although I no longer live in Texas, I was born and raised there and in my heart I am still a Texan. I will always remember what a beautiful, gentle woman Lady Bird was. She did so much for the State of Texas and she so loved the wild beauty of the state and fought to preserve it. I once was involved with a group who were trying to prevent a Company near our town in the Hill Country from burning toxic waste. I wrote to Lady Bird requesting her support and she actually sent a response to my letter. I will always cherish that letter. Lady Bird will be greatly missed.

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Joyce Hopper, Portland, Oregon — Tue, 17 Jul 2007 17:26:27 GMT

I too have a special place in my hear for Lady Bird. I'm from Texas and every year when I took my daughter to college we would stop by the center and to me that represents the best in Texas, such a warm feeling at the ranch.

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Tai — Tue, 17 Jul 2007 17:45:52 GMT

Beautifully spoken and in accord with the stories i've been told by my distant relatives of Lady Bird. I never got the opportunity to meet her, but i have many items that have been passed down to our family that we cherish as well. She was a wonderful lady.

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alisa gauna, abuquerque new mexico — Tue, 17 Jul 2007 17:51:18 GMT

my grandparents took my brothers and I on a road trip when i was a teenager and we ended up outside of LBL ranch. There was a sense of peacefullness when we drove by. Even though i was young i still new who "Lady Bird Johnson" was mainly for her love of flowers.,Bluebonnets. even to this day when i see one i always think of her.

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Miriam Motts Myrtle Bch,S.C. — Tue, 17 Jul 2007 18:51:43 GMT

Brian

Thanks for sharing this beautiful story about a lovely,intelligent first lady we loved so much.She will forever be remembered.

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James A. Kibbee Sr., Plymouth, MA — Tue, 17 Jul 2007 19:14:28 GMT

Greetings Brian and thank you for the eulogy and important insight on Mrs. Ladybird Johnson. Iam 75 so I remember President Johnson's time in office very well and the reins that his great lady used to keep him in balance. God bless her and condolences to her family. Well done sir.

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Jacqueline Kelly Jamaica W.I. — Tue, 17 Jul 2007 20:27:13 GMT

God is using Lady B's death to get the attention of the world and to remind mankind that it is even more important to be prepared for the life after than the tomporal life that she just left behind. A loving God is also a God who means what He says. Please , do give your life to Jesus Christ...Lord Jesus come into my heart and take over my life. Please forgive me of all my sins and help me to be ready and well prepared to meet you before I leave on the earth in Jesus name Amen. Now get a bible and continue the preparations which are MOST IMPORTANT AND WHICH SO MANY IGNORE, TO THEIR GREAT LOSS for ever and ever. Read Revelations 18 , John, Proverbs and every other book of the bible. Talk to God daily using the name of Jesus... God will hear you and even speak to you. Also this year is very important in American History if God allows it. Please be ready.

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Mali Dahl Palo Alto CA — Tue, 17 Jul 2007 20:40:00 GMT

Wonderful eloquence, Mr. Williams! Mrs. Johnson was our First Lady when I was in grade school and I remain grateful for her to this day. The absence of billboards on Federal highways provides a respite from the visual noise elsewhere and she is responsible for that. The Lady Bird Johnson Grove in Northern California is a spectacular spot, well named for a woman who cared about nature's beauty! My thoughts and prayers are with her family and I mourn with them at her passing.

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Trici Mya — Tue, 17 Jul 2007 20:43:43 GMT

......she loved to make all things 'beautiful'; and, her good heart made that happen.....we are all more beautiful because of this 'special' lady (bird) !!!

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RD Hogan, Jr, Republic, Mo — Tue, 17 Jul 2007 21:07:24 GMT

your tribute to truly "one of a kind couple" of grace and strength that were meant to be was more than interesting, it brought back so many memories. RD Hogan, Jr.

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Christine, Manchester, Connecticut — Tue, 17 Jul 2007 21:18:02 GMT

Dear Brian,
Thank you for sharing your memories of Mrs. Johnson with us. She was a kind and gracious woman who will be missed by so many. Your eloquent tribute to Mrs. Johnson truly touched my heart. My sincerest condolences to her family.

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harry adams watseka il. — Tue, 17 Jul 2007 21:25:06 GMT

thank you for helping us to remember what a wonderful person Lady Bird Johnson was now and always.

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Kate, Clearwater, FLorida — Tue, 17 Jul 2007 21:39:49 GMT

Thanks Brian,
What a lovely tribute to Lady Bird and a sweet recollection of your experiences and times spent. It is sad to lose her, but wonderful to know how much impact one person using intelligence and grace, can have on the country, as well as the world,

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Laurie J. San Antonio, TX — Thu, 27 Sep 2007 17:38:32 GMT

As a little girl, I remember LBJ's larger than life figure, and the softness that Lady Bird cast over him. Her grace and beauty are a great loss to her Texas. I especially loved that beautiful soft, sweet,graceful Texas drawl in which she spoke, now almost vanished among us. With her passing, so did an era that will be irretrievable, sorely missed.