George H. W. Bush loved Kennebunkport as his "anchor to windward," finding joy in the ocean below his bedroom window, the salt sea breeze, the moon rising over the lighthouse, boating in Fidelity, fishing, golfing at Cape Arundel, walking the beach, and spending time in the town's stores and restaurants as part of a real Maine community. He especially loved his Walker's Point home, where his lifelong habit of sharing with others made its invitation list legendary, welcoming world leaders, diplomats, entertainers, athletes, musicians, local businesspeople, volunteers, friends, neighbors, and even strangers, all of whom experienced his generosity and kindness. Loyal to friends from every stage of life and devoted above all to his family, he used Walker's Point as a place to strengthen bonds of love and draw strength from their closeness. Though his life brought great challenges, accomplishments, and constant change, Walker's Point remained his enduring place of comfort, and even after reaching the nation's highest office, he never forgot his roots, his friends, his humor, his faith, his readiness to help good causes, and his commitment to serve.
