The Reagan Public Viewing- Freeper Thoughts

RobFromGa | June 9, 2004 | RobFromGa

[Inspectorette]

I can't even imagine - God bless our young men and women in uniform, every one of them.

[NonValueAdded]

I thought that was Wolfowitz! I believe that was a Lance Corporal and you could feel the respect flowing through him as he rendered his salute. A very touching moment. I am also impressed by the many children passing by and seeing their parents explain to them what they are seeing. The changing of the guard every half hour is also moving.

C-SPAN is doing a great job showing the endless line pass by. There is no commentary and no news crawl on the bottom of the screen; it's the channel of choice for me. If at all possible, catch the replay of Rick Santorum's Senate Republican Committee tribute to our beloved Ronnie. Ed Meese, Peggy Noonan, James Miller, Richard Perle, and Michael Deaver were on his panel. You can replay it here: http://www.c-span.org/ Pass the word.

[Chieftain]

Thanks for sharing your wonderful experience. It made me feel as if I were there.

You represented us in a fitting manner. Thank you.

[Inspectorette]

Thank you for this account - wish I could be there.

[Jimmy Valentine's brother]

Thanks for the report. It was wonderful to meet you if only briefly.

[Chieftain]

The tears of pride are streaming down this retired Marine's face as I read this. I need to stay in my cube for awhile.

Semper Fi, Marine. Thank you for your service to our country and Corps!

RIP President Reagan

[Sabertooth]

There were a lot of children, and a lot of young adults, right near me there was a 24 year old and 23 year old young men from Pittsburgh who said that they were political junkies and that Ronald Reagan was their hero.

That's awesome. This moment will provide a foundation for those kids to better understand the country in which they live.

A few other things, at the beginning there was one press reporter for every person in line, I spoke with print reporters from Scotland, Canada, Virginia, Maryland, South Carolina and Pennsylvania. I was on recorded interviews with several others.

It's heartening to know that the press, who so often didn't "get" President Reagan, and who've been agape at the outpouring of affection for him, are seeking out the regular folks in line to get a better understanding of what they've missed. Maybe that's a glimmer.

I also now remember that they gave away a small remembrance card-- white with black letters as you exited the Rotunda. I have a scanned image I can send someone by regular email if you can post it for me.

I don't have that capacity, but tophat9000 scanned the card that was handed out at the Reagan Library. Perhaps he can post it here.

[YaYa123]

Sandra Day O'Connor is going through...I'm sure with her granddaughter and husband.

This is a wonderful C-Span gift, showing this.....I too feel as if I'm there. It's especially nice....no sound, so I can listen to Rush at the same time, and be online too.

(Who said you get too old for multi-tasking?)

[Chieftain]

Rather than honoring the man by naming things after him... Honor his memory by standing up for his beliefs.

Well said!

[RobFromGa]

Thanks for the report. It was wonderful to meet you if only briefly.

Oh yeah, I need to add that after the viewing I met up with some of the guys from the DC Chapter, Kristinn, Jimmy Valentine's Brother, BillF, and BufordP and talked about the day.

They had a really big sign at the table-- "Ronald Reagan- Now There's a President" with a big smiling picture of PResident Reagan. And an eight foot long stick to hold it up. They mentioned this sign in an article in USA Today this morning page A4.

It was good to meet you guys too. Keep up the great work.

[eleni121]

Thank you for your personal reflections...I envy you your experience.

We could not go unfortunately but I had the opportunity to watch some on TV and reflected as well.

How our lives were changed by this one incredibly generous spirit! I was quite young before he came to the leadership of our nation and was able to accomplish quite a bit while he was President. His efforts set our sights on higher horizons and his optimism and common sense opened wide the vistas of possibility. And he did this for everyone in the world while putting his full faith in God.

Before him a sense of fatalism and narrow life options permeated this nation and world. After him a belief in endless possibilities recaptured our fundamental natures.

[Sabertooth]

Hah!

Just noticed you got post #40. Perfect.

[RobFromGa]

I didn't notice, thanks (#40)

RobFromGa

[AppyPappy]

Bob Dole spotted on the CBS Cam. Changing guard now

[NonValueAdded]

I'm sorry, but I could not bring myself to watch this on SeeBS (Viacom - remember the hit job story not so long ago?) Is that the only channel available to you?

[RobFromGa]

thanks for the GA ping, I didn't have the list with me!

It was a great day!

[AppyPappy]

As far as I know it is. You just have to endure a Walmart commercial.

[tophat9000]

[dansangel]

It was a great day!

What an understatement! I could feel the reverence in your reporting. I so envy you and joanie-f after reading her essay, as well.

[RobFromGa]

if I email you the one from DC can you post it?