they paint a picture of a man who is often funny, loving and devoted to public service, even in the most difficult times of his presidency. they also describe a man who more than anything else, put his family first. their stories are sometimes surprising. in the words of george w. bush, his father is a man who takes himself lightly but his responsibilities seriously. >> george's mother was a gentle, wonderful soul and both his mother and father taught him by example. she gave george this bible and i think that poem does reflect george bush's life. i would be true for there are those who trust me.