Country Quote by Laura Bush
“In fact, I have the privilege of traveling around our country and meeting people all over the country who are making a huge difference in the lives of their neighbors and themselves. That's what I'm really fortunate to be able to do.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Public speaking event, 2005
Traveling nationwide lets her meet people making positive impacts, which she feels grateful for.
In simple terms: She values meeting people who improve their communities.
Key Takeaway
Appreciate and support local changemakers.
Themes
gratitude
service
community impact
leadership
travel
Mood
thankful
optimistic
Type
inspirational
motivational
When to use this quote
- volunteering
- local events
- policy advocacy
Key Concepts
civic engagement
social responsibility
empowerment
Questions to Reflect On
- Who inspires you locally?
- How can you contribute to community betterment?
A Different Perspective
Impact may be uneven across regions.
![“I've always liked walking; that's one of my favorite things to do, and I try to walk every day. [In Washington, D.C.] I can't walk outside, but we have the treadmill. And I walked eight miles at the ranch last weekend. Now I also lift weights, which is also great for bone strength. [Mrs. Bush…” quote by Laura Bush](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/9e2/laura-bush-4252_biceps_i-ve-always-liked-walking-that-s-one-of_62915.jpg)
![“That country [Carthage] was rapidly sinking into the state of barbarism from whence it had been raised by the Phoenician colonies and Roman laws; and every step of intestine discord was marked by some deplorable victory of savage man over civilized society.” quote by Edward Gibbon](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/70c/edward-gibbon-710_barbarism_that-country-carthage-was-rapidly-sinkin_393.jpg)
