Dinner with Karl Rove

Two weeks ago, I had the pleasure of attending a dinner with Karl Rove as the featured speaker for the evening.

Dinner was nice and Karl Rove was an excellent and engaging speaker.  He recounted many events during his 7 years at the White House, as well as a moving story of a military family who has given so much to our country.  While I already knew he is very intelligent with a specialized knowledge of American History, I was surprised to find him very warm, personable, and funny.   His speech included a few words of wisdom for the upcoming Fall election and the necessary take back of our country.  I'll post more about that over on Of Sound Mind and Spirit soon.   I cannot wait to read his new book to learn more about him, hear about his experiences, but also about any plans he has for the future.

Equally as exciting for me was meeting and listening to Texas State Senator Dan Patrick speak that evening.  He is a passionate conservative with a bright vision for Texas.  A big Thank You to Senator Patrick for announcing tickets for the event on his FaceBook page (and offering a reduced price!)

 Talk show host, Sam Malone was also a presenter/speaker for the evening.  After having listened to him on the radio since college, it was nice to meet him in person.  He encouraged Bryan and I to call into his new morning show on 700AM, which Bryan did the next day!

As part of a fundraiser, Mom and Dad stepped up to the plate and purchased this great pewter platter from President George W. Bush 2004 Inauguration.  In addition to the platter, Dad will be having dinner with Jared Woodfill, Senator Patrick, Sam Malone and a few others soon.