My philosophy in life… is to prove myself to myself and not to others. I tried to teach my children that, that I have to respect myself, to prove to myself that I can do the best I can. – Columba Bush
My heart was broken when I realized my daughter had a problem. I pray every day for her. – Columba Bush
I always have been a private person. I like to be alone. When I was a little girl I used to listen to the radio and just be by myself. – Columba Bush
All these years, I found that being a good wife for Jeb is my most important role, no doubt. – Columba Bush
I never imagined my life would be the way that it has been for the past 30 years. I have had the best experiences a person can have-and the worst as well. – Columba Bush
I am not interested in politics at all. At home, around the dinner table, we never discuss politics. – Columba Bush
My father-in-law is so sensitive. Sometimes I think he displays too much love for my children. – Columba Bush
I met Jeb Bush in 1971 in my hometown in Mexico. We dated for three years back and forth. Then, after three years, he proposed to me. – Columba Bush
I have three wonderful children. My husband is an absolutely wonderful, perfect husband and a father, most of all. – Columba Bush
My children were born into this. They will always be the grandchildren of the President and First Lady of the United States. – Columba Bush
