OBAMA CHOOSES FAMILY TIME OVER DINNER PARTIES
President Obama may not know much about the Kiss Cam, but he does know how to schmooze. The Commander in Chief recently responded to criticism surrounding him and First Lady Obama’s failure to attend social events that take place in the evening.
“Sometimes Michelle and I not doing the circuit and going out to dinners with folks is perceived as us being cool. It actually really has more to do with us being parents. When we’re in town here in Washington in the evenings, 6:30 we want to be at the dinner table with our kids. And I want to be helping with their homework,” said Obama. “I think that’s sometimes interpreted as me not wanting to be out there slapping backs and wheeling and dealing. It really has more to do with the stage we are in our lives.”
The President previously reflected on his experience with coming of age in a fatherless home saying, “I grew up without my father around. He left when I was two years old, and even though my sister and I were lucky enough to have a wonderful mother and caring grandparents to raise us, I felt his absence. And I wonder what my life would have been like had he been a greater presence. That’s why I’ve tried so hard to be a good dad for my own children.”
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This man owes no one an apology for deciding to spend quiet, quality time with his family after a hard day of work. The audacity of people thinking that he doesn’t have a life outside of being the “President”
Let him do his job at the time it should be done, and then spend his private time the way he wants to….I mean really? It’s not that serious.
If he was throwing parties every night, then people would think he wsan’t doing real work, so he’s damned if he does and damned if he doesn’t….sheesh!
Why spend time with people that don’t like you anyway? Social events…my foot. Family first
Obama is a good daddy. Being a good daddy is more important than being “la cloche de la balle”. He is the first and most important man in his girls life…as it should be. I know the sacrifices mine makes for me.
This man cannot win no matter what he does so everyone can kiss mine for him. I want a man who believes in weekly dates like I do. My current ‘man’s’ idea of a weekly date is sitting on his porch drinking a 40 while watching the people walk by & talking about them.
Ms. Sherley, On the “current” mans’ behavior thing, are you serious or are you taking the p*ss?
o_O Timeout!
Oxford! Where have you been sweetie?
I’m not sure what you mean by ‘taking a p*ss’ so I’m going to ignore it. As for am I being serious about him, yes chile. He is the most ghetto man I have ever dated. He never wants to broaden his horizons, hence why when I go on vacay, I leave his butt on the porch with his 40s.
Ms. Sherley, I’ve been under the weather. For those who actually care for their fellow BCK bloggers and want to see them in a positive light; please read. For those who believe that I am taking the piss, you’re welcomed to skip the post. See the white pup, ignore the post win-win for everyone.
I’m usually very active, every sport the boys play, I play too. Starting in late Spring; after my coming out party; I started to feel really run down., it was taking what I consider to be super human strength to get through the minimum of activities my family had planned for this summer. I was more of a spectator and not a participant in my parents vow renewal ceremony and at the medical clinics my dad runs, barely interacting with the patients and only being involved; peripherally; in the delivery of low risk babies (babies who practically deliver themselves
). I was getting worse and I was honestly scared.
There are parts of me that are “advanced” and there are parts of me where I’m “behind” and this is where my difficulties arise. I have not become a “woman” as yet. At first it wasn’t an issue to me physically or emotionally, it was just a awaiting game (my mum and several of my zia’s were late bloomers too).
My main physician said that since I was under-weight (172.72cm X 7stone 2.0lb) I would start having my pe#iod when I gained weight. My current BMI is 15.2 I need to get it up to 18.5
My mum believes in using alternative medicine before resorting to Western medicine so over the past few month I have been subjected to the vilest West Indian/Caribbean and African concoctions. Bush teas to drink (to bring “it” down), poultices for my body, and stinky sachets for my bedding.
I am now being treated using Western Medicine. At least in dealing with my hormonal imbalances the alternative medicines kept me calm. The hormones that I am now being treated with have me feeling as if I’m loosing my mind. I’m mad, then I’m happy then so sad I end up in my quarters crying.
Now can you understand that after reading some of the ignorant comments that some posters choose to leave, that when I’m being ANGRY Oxford, or SAD Oxford or MEAN Oxford, that it’s best if Oxford does not post until my hormones balance.
Now this is for @Pisces because she will ask. My medical situation should not affect me starting school. Michaelmas (Fall Term) starts on 7 October, about four weeks from now and my faith is strong enough that I KNOW my body will be back to “normal” in time for me to start class with my fellow bejants.
BTW, I know I shouldn’t use slang, but I just love this particular one because it drives my daddy mad. Taking the piss can mean “are you joking, are you crazy, are you on drugs”. I think you need a new man. I’m of the opinion that every female should be treated like a princess or queen. Dump the hamburger and move up to filet minion. Don’t you deserve it?
2nd try. My response just disappeared. Ms. Sherley, I haven’t been MIA just under the weather. I’m usually very active, every sport the boys play, I play too. Starting in late Spring; right after my coming out party; I started to feel really run down., it was taking what I consider to be super human strength to get through the minimum of activities my family had planned for this summer. I was more of a spectator and not a participant in my parents vow renewal ceremony and at the summer medical clinics my dad runs, barely interacting with the patients and only being involved; peripherally; in the delivery of low risk babies. I was getting worse and I was honestly scared.
There are parts of me that are “advanced” alike my brain and there are parts of me where I’m “behind” like my body and this is where my health issues lie. I have not become a “woman” as yet. At first it wasn’t an issue to me physically or emotionally, it was just a awaiting game (my mum and several of my zia’s were late bloomers too).
My main physician said that since I was under-weight (172.72cm X 7stone 2.0lb) I would start having my pe#iod when I gained weight. My current BMI is 15.2 I need to get it up to 18.5.
My mum believes in using alternative medicine before resorting to Western medicine so over the past few months I have been subjected to the vilest West Indian/Caribbean and African concoctions. Bush teas to drink, poultices for my body, and stinky sachets for my bedding.
I am now being treated using Western Medicine. At least in dealing with my hormonal imbalances the alternative medicines kept me calm. The hormones that I am now being treated with have me feeling as if I’m loosing my mind. I’m mad, then I’m happy then so sad I end up in my quarters crying.
Now can you understand that after reading some of the ignorant comments that some posters choose to leave about me, that when I’m being ANGRY Oxford, or SAD Oxford or MEAN Oxford, that it’s best if I do not post during this time because if I posted while feeling like this I would probably get banned.
Now this is for @Pisces because she will ask. My medical situation should not affect me starting school. Michaelmas (Fall Term) starts on 7 October, about four weeks from now and my faith is strong enough that I KNOW my body will be back to “normal” in time for me to start class with my fellow bejants.
BTW, I know I shouldn’t use slang, but I just love this particular one because it drives my daddy mad. Taking the piss can mean “are you joking, are you crazy, are you on drugs”. I think you need a new man. I’m of the opinion that every female should be treated like a princess or queen. Dump the hamburger and move up to filet minion. Don’t you deserve it?
Ms. Sherley, I tried three times to answer you with no luck. I’ll try again in the am if my mind/body is up to it.
I can’t believe the press and Congress are throwing shade at the Obamas for NOT throwing parties every night. Umm, he has babies and they need to see him. I agree with the 6:30 dinner routine and it was one of the deals he made with Michelle when he decided to run for Prez.
If the Obamas did have parties, then the media would criticize how much partying they do when they country is still in a recession. President Obama will never do good in the eyes of the media and Congress. It’s a no win situation for him. Please get out and vote!
Exactly! Remmember the Hawaiian luau for Congress in 2009, the media said it was too exoctic since we’re in recession. So he toned it down and now they are mad he doesn’t hang out with them all the time. Oh please, they need to give it a rest.
NOW YOU GUYS SEE HOW WHITE AMERICA TRULY IS. WHEN A BLACK PERSON DOES OR SAYS SOMETHING WRONG, EVERYBODY WANTS TO CALL THEM OUT. WELL LETS CALL CONGRESS OUT. WE ALL KNOW WHO IS RUNNING IT. CAUCASIONS!