I met Jeb Bush in 1971 in my hometown in Mexico. We dated for three years back and forth. Then, after three years, he proposed to me.

- Columba Bush

My childhood, I would say, was a bit sad.

- Columba Bush

My children are the most important thing in my life.

- Columba Bush

My daughter, unfortunately, is ill, because drug addiction is an illness. She's been fighting it for years.

- Columba Bush

I've seen firsthand the terrible consequences of drug abuse. My heart is with all who suffer from addiction and the terrible consequences for their f…

- Columba Bush

All these years, I found that being a good wife for Jeb is my most important role, no doubt.

- Columba Bush

My philosophy in life... is to prove myself to myself and not to others. I tried to teach my children that, that I have to respect myself, to prove t…

- Columba Bush

My father-in-law is so sensitive. Sometimes I think he displays too much love for my children.

- Columba Bush

I have three wonderful children. My husband is an absolutely wonderful, perfect husband and a father, most of all.

- Columba Bush