Mixed feelings about Reagan. Honestly, I'm caught up in the historical moment, feeling nostalgic in a vague sort of way. Reagan's presidency is a mere shadow on my early school years. Political consciousness slept soundly until I awoke with Bush da first safely in office and we childishly feared Gulf War I might sweep us all into conflict.

Others more articulate than I point out the rather obvious flaws in my memory, and egregious lapses in Reagan's presidency. The most unforgivable helped take away from us a pool of humor, talent, friendship and love that will forever be mourned. I can't disagree.

Hagiography aside, a moment of history and sadness on myriad levels. Pass the jellybeans.