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The year is 2036, and the United States has just elected the first woman as president…
A few days after the election, the president-elect calls her father and says, “So Daddy, I assume you will be coming to my inauguration?”
Her father replies, “I don’t think so… “
“it’s a 16-hour drive, and your mother isn’t as young as she used to be, and my arthritis is acting up again.”
“Don’t worry about it Daddy, I’ll send Air Force One to pick you up and take you home… “
“a limousine will pick you up at your door.”
“I don’t know, everybody will be so fancy… “
“what would your mother wear?” asked her father.
“Oh Daddy”, replies the president-elect…
“I’ll make sure she has a wonderful gown, custom made by the best designer in Washington.”
“Honey,” Her Dad complains, “you know I can’t eat those rich foods you and your friends like to eat.”
The President-to-be responds, “Don’t worry Daddy, the entire affair is going to be handled by the best caterer in Washington… “
“I’ll ensure your meals are salt free Daddy, I really want you to come.”
So, her Dad reluctantly agrees, and on January 20, 2036, the first woman is being sworn in as President of the United States…
In the front row sit the new president’s Dad and Mom.
Her Dad leans over to the Supreme Court Justice sitting next to him and whispers…
“You see that woman over there with her hand on the Bible, becoming President of the United States?”
The Justice whispers back, “Yes I do.”
Her Dad says proudly…
“Her brother played football for the University of Texas.”
December 30, 2023 @ 4:33 pm
I actually find this quite sad, as I know of several parents who refuse to congratulate their adult children when the children accomplish something admirable.