[Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2007, Book I)]
[April 8, 2007]
[Page 395]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]



Remarks to Reporters at Fort Hood, Texas
April 8, 2007

Easter

    The President. Laura and I just had the honor 
of celebrating Easter Sunday with members of our Armed Forces. I had a 
chance to reflect on the great sacrifice that our military and their 
families are making. I prayed for their safety, I prayed for their 
strength and comfort, and I prayed for peace.
    This is a joyous day for many people around the world, and it's a 
day for us to reflect on the many blessings in our lives. And we thank 
the General and the troops at Fort Hood for welcoming me and 
Laura, and Mother and 
Dad, and my mother-in-law. We wish all Americans a peaceful weekend, and we wish 
our troops all the very best.
    Thank you.
    The First Lady. Happy Easter.

Note: The President spoke at 10 a.m. at the 13th Sustainment Command 
Chapel.