Thursday, May 3, 2007

Dina Matos McGreevey, “The Silent Partner”

Before observing her book-signing at the Borders Bridgewater location, I thought that I would come across a fragile, defensive woman – a bitter person publicly venting anger. But the diminutive figure which walked into the bookseller on the evening of May 2nd carried herself with dignity. The trait which most seemed to indicate the depth of her resolve were the eyes: her deep brown, resolute barometers of character which seemed to say, “Enough!”

After she made her way from the entrance and approached the mike, she briefly answered several questions. Asked about her current attitude on men, she smiled and got a few chuckles from the audience in response to, “Have I given up on men? Yes, at least for now.” She went on to say that what happened as a result of Jim McGreevey’s shenanigans, followed by his discredited resignation as New Jersey’s governor, had “…destroyed my ability to trust people.”

Dina Matos McGreevey expressed hope, though, because, she said, “Religion has always played a role in my life.” She emphasized that she continues to attend church services regularly and that she expects faith to continue to play an important role in her future.

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