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Jul. 12, 2008

Sad news!


I had a deep sadness today as I read the news that Tony Snow had died from colon cancer. For the ones who don't know he was President Bush's former Press Secretary.  I know him best from watching him on Fox news and his radio show that I LOVED!  This man was such a neat person; he had strong character and was liked by all!  I was so amazed how he handled his illness that not only took his life but also his mothers when he was only 19.  I loved watching him in interviews, there was never a time I didn't learn something from him and usually more about life then politics. He was a true conservative but was friends with all. He seemed to know how to debate and stand up for what he believed yet never making it personal.  In doing so he was able to get respect from everyone, you never heard anyone putting him down or not liking him.  I think he was an outstanding witness to others because of this.  I'm sure many that crossed paths with him longed to be more like him!  I know even for me its a quality I would love to have, standing up for what I believe with no compromise but not hating or ruining relationships because of it!  Something God is putting in my heart lately.  Love People while Loving Me-I will help you reach more that way, I hear him saying.    It’s not always easy to love the unlovable is it?  Or the ones you don't agree with most of the time, or the ones who criticize you because of your faith.  You just want to argue your point and it can be frustrating when they don't see it your way!

Tony Snow

 

Tony always said that he was grateful for the cancer because it made him appreciate his family and his life even more.  He also believed in positive thinking, he always had joy!  He didn't have pity parties or the why me attitude.  I think so often of how I feel so sorry for myself on occasion and for no good reason.  I have a healthy family, great friends and so much more God has blessed me with yet it’s a constant struggle of the heart to remain joyful and content some days.  This man struggled with health issues for several years yet wanted every day to savor life, never knowing when it might end for him.  He also had such a strong faith and talked boldly about it.  You don't see many journalists today that talk about that kind of faith.  I heard Chris Wallace say today "He wasn't just a man who went to church on Sunday, HE lived it everyday!"  I don't doubt for a minute that Tony is now home with his Savior, yet its still hard not to feel a great loss for us- A man who could play 6 different instruments, knew a ton about Washington and how it worked, and yet above all put God and his family first.   



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Jul. 13, 2008 - Untitled Comment

Posted by JenIG
I was so sad to hear of it, too. I really liked that guy.

Jen ~ http://Jeneralities.com
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