And, she probably needs a welcoming committee.

Now, I really like Laura. She seems to be about the only one in that bunch with any brains and we'll forgive her choice of a life partner because love is blind.

But, wouldn't it be nice if we could arrange for a welcoming committee of, say, Salt Lake City Mayor Rocky Anderson, Cindy Sheehan, the CodePink organization and others devoted to peace to greet her as she visits our beautiful park and, perhaps, engage in a little friendly conversation?

I mean, you can bet she won't have much company other than Secret Service agents. Her daughters won't be here, for sure. Not much action or many bars/clubs to hang out in. The First Family's version of Paris and Britney would, I'm sure, rather wait for mom in Las Vegas.

We really don't want Cheney to come down, either, because instead of the natural beauty, he'd probably be looking to turn Zion into Halliburtonland, with exciting rides on one side and mineral/oil exploration rigs on the other.

And, her husband? He's a flat-lander who would probably be most uncomfortable in the towering canyons.

So, I'm sure she could use some company.

So, let me extend a personal invitation to Rocky, Cindy and all the others who could enliven the First Lady's stay in Southern Utah.