Barbara Bush visited our facility for children with HIV/AIDS. It was unforgettable.

Just like that, no pretenses or airs — genuinely and motherly. She shared our love regarding the importance of children and grandchildren. She then proceeded into the play room, and insisted on sitting on the floor with the children.

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It was there, on the floor, that she signaled to the world that regardless of health status — including HIV/AIDS — everyone deserves love and care.

And it wasn’t just children. The White House had approved of our request to invite a group of men living with HIV/AIDS to meet the first lady. After seeing the love Bush exuded holding a baby, one of the men asked: “Mrs. Bush I am a man living with AIDS. Will you give me a hug?” Sure enough, she reached out and hugged him without hesitation.

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