Kaci Bolls

I posted a question on my facebook fan page – and was really intrigued by the responses I got. The question was, “It’s President’s Day…. Which one would you like to talk with?”
Out of almost 30 responses, Lincoln topped the list with 6 votes, Jefferson, JFK and Reagan tied for second with 5 votes each, Teddy Roosevelt came in third place with 3 votes, Truman and Washington each scored 2 votes, and a single nod each was given to Taft, Taylor, FDR, Jackson, and John Adams. Here are some of the quotes that went with the votes:
” Abraham Lincoln – his writing is so poetic.”
“it would be Lincoln….no doubt.”
“lincoln baby!”
“I am thinking Lincoln and JFK…..both served in turbulent times, and I would love to hear about JFK’s “other” love life!!!”
“I agree about JFK and his other life in general! He has more than just a secret love life!”
“Ron Reagan, he tore down the wall”
“Jefferson….no doubt.”
“the first one ,,, i have some questions,,,”
I myself have always been fascinated with Andrew Jackson – long before I called Nashville home. My family visited The Hermitage when I was young, and I always remembered the big mural on the wall when you opened the front door. I visited again in 1996, and fell back in love with not only Andrew, but Rachel Jackson. I love that they are buried together beside her garden, and though Rachel never lived to go to Washington with Andrew, he buried her at the Hermitage and planted Weeping Willow trees around her grave to mourn her while he was away. I always thought that showed such a different side of such a strong and turbulent man.

I also saw a special Presidential Exhibit at the Smithsonian around 2000, and was blown away at the sight of one of Abraham Lincoln’s top hats, and a real uniform of George Washingtons. The actual articles sort of brought the dull history book stories to life. Our history is so colorful and young!

I recently watched “John Adams” that was made for HBO, and once again my fascination with Jefferson was brought back into the front of my mind. As a really small girl, our family visited Monticello, and my mother says that once we completed the tour I went back through at least 3 more times. She laughs remembering wondering just WHAT it was I wanted to see. In my memory, I can recall a red velvet couch in a room full of his inventions. It was a “half-couch” – like in the old black and white movies with Bette Davis or someone draped over it with a long cigarette. I could completely be making that up I’m sure….but I believe I even have a postcard from the gift store somewhere in mom’s basement. Maybe my fascination is more with the decor and fashion rather than the people. Well – I believe they go hand in hand. (that’s my story I’ll stick to at least.)

The question peaked my interest about which of the wives people would want to chat with. Almost 30 responses came in quick – and I not too many surprises there. Jackie O came in strong with 5 votes, Nancy Regan and Eleanor Roosevelt tied for second with 3, Pat Nixon, Dolly Madison, Mary Todd Lincoln, Abigail Adams, and Michelle Obama scored with 2 votes each, and a final nod went to the Bush Ladies. Here are some quotes:
“Nixon’s wife would probably be pretty good convo!”
“I would love to chat with Pat Nixon ”
“Nancy Reagan a year after Ronald was diagnosed. Her example of sickness&health really struck a chord with me. When she was asked about it, she said “he would have done this for me.” What a strong woman.”
“Definitely Jacqueline Kennedy”
“Jackie O!!”
“Alive or dead….definately Jackie O!”
“Michelle. Obviously. She’s smart.”
“Eleanor Roosevelt…strong, independent and smart woman!”
“Eleanor Roosevelt. She was awesome”

Oh. There were quite a few responses that were to be expected, not really pertaining to the questions. But it’s a free country and it always keeps things interesting. An example for the wife question:
“Todd Palin!!! Oh, wait…”

Nice…:)