I'm the author of A Dream Called Marilyn (novella), Plantation Nation (historical fiction), O! Jackie (historical literary fiction), and The Kennedy Chronicles, a series of short stories featuring Jack and Jackie before they were married. Enjoy the blog and visit my web site, http://www.mercedesking.com/ , when you get a chance. Thank you!!
Thursday, February 7, 2013
5 Things We Love About Jackie Kennedy, pt. 4
Her strength.
After JFK’s assassination, Jackie Kennedy showed more dignity than anyone would have imagined possible. She not only planned the funeral with history in mind, but she also saw to it that the country--and her children--gave her husband a meaningful, respectful send off. Although the grief was evident on her face, and she was entitled to a breakdown after what she had been through, Jackie did not let her bereavement take over. She made our nation proud at a most difficult time.
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