Columba Bush (born August 17, 1953) is a Mexican-born American philanthropist. She is the wife of former Florida Governor Jeb Bush. Read full biography of Columba Bush →
All these years, I found that being a good wife for Jeb is my most important role, no doubt.
My father-in-law is so sensitive. Sometimes I think he displays too much love for my children.
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... →
I have three wonderful children. My husband is an absolutely wonderful, perfect husband and a father, most of all.
My heart was broken when I realized my daughter had a problem. I pray every day for her.
I always have been a private person. I like to be alone. When I was a little girl I used to listen to the radio and just be by myself.
I am not interested in politics at all. At home, around the dinner table, we never discuss politics.
I love the arts.
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.
My childhood, I would say, was a bit sad.
My children are the most important thing in my life.
My children were born into this. They will always be the grandchildren of the President and First Lady of the United States.
I never imagined my life would be the way that it has been for the past 30 years. I have had the best experiences a person can have-and the worst as... →