“And the times, they are a-changin’.” By golly, we will be a part of the change. Peaceful action, responsibility and truth. I understand from an earier post that you have seen and heard both Martin and Bobby. What a store of memories you must treasure! Are you a mere mortal like me, Frank? If I were to paint you, my wOw pen pal, my canvas of four dimensions would … and be on loan to the continent. Observe the alcove in your mind’s eye. Upon the original rendering lustrous strokes appears. Then another. For Anne’s sable brush rests not while ever moved by her heart’s desire.

What will the early local, regional and federal responses be, I wonder. All my hopes, residents & families and pets!

I think of you often,though we haven’t yet spoken, Mugsy. Keep writing about what’s on your mind and in your heart. We’re here. My messages (alerts) from wOw always state that the new replies are from “Mugsy Peabody” — a computer glitch others have mentioned - so you’ve written me more times then you could imagine. Nice to meet you on this historic day. My fingers are crossed for you. -Hines

I’ll be closer to the action than I’d like, James. Five miles from the Xcel Centre. I work in emergency preparedness for public health so there’s behind-the-scenes work to be done — a good distraction I might add from listening in.

I hope to see those girls grow up “in sunshine”.

Your words echo my feelings, Mo, but never could I have stated it with the conviction and pride your words evoke. Oh happy day.

I’m trying to picture it after the fact, Lorraine. Be that as it may, it was an Al Gore that imprssed me beyond words. For his brilliance, he is able to simplify his messages for the common man as an educator might. His books certainly target all Americans so that we can understand the assault on reason and an inconvenient truth we might otherwise hae missed.

He and his family, and the Bidens. We can see the nucleus now. The speach resulting in a rousing crescendo for the hopeful young people. Obama standing on the shoulders of past wise leaders for the “young at heart”…

DeB —those high points made my pulse race. I was sitting forward as if to get closer to the speaker. The nutshell — thanks for your post!

Perfect!

Wonderful oh wonderful day! The onlookers faces were such a good representation of America. “This is about you.” This man is a leader, seasoned by life, educated by hard work and discipline, cherishing family bonds, with his feet firmly planted on the ground. Reasons, speaks Truth, has listened to the people. Strength of character, morality and A GOAL AND OBJECTIVE. And ready to fence with JM. I lived to see it to. Cheers-

joan, I am so appreciative of your insights. As a wOw-ers I’m welcomed back each time I decide to contribute my voice here. I come for the camaraderie. And to see what twists and turns our friends have taken today. Like standing at an escalator, waiting for just the “write” moment to step on. As you said so well joan, it is a wonderful ride. I do smile to myself when my gut is talking, the mind is working the latest challenge and my emotions are coming up for air. Like Frank said, it can ache. There’s a palpable pull when I’m engaged here with friends. What a wow place to learn, listen, be humble, be high, mess up and get back on my feet, risk, care, walk away - then run back. I’m happy here! Blushing or crying - I’m learning I can express feelings and be treated with respect. Time and again I have observed one of the gang in distress — and there are no less than 2-3 wOw-ers there to provide emotional support and practical help. Wow.

It’s been grand. And speaking of grand, there’s you Frank. Yes, “everything came together in one place” called Frank. Complex and concise, much brighter than Rigel and generous too. An individual in love with individuals, yes a heart good and true. A richness of soul that rivals the Grand Banks — u-huh, that’s you.

joan, just us guys right here. Simply wonderful too.

Reflections, Frank. Light absorbed and emitted. Shared, we glow. Thanks to both you and joanie. How come wOw feels so healthy a place? It’s not the electrons. Tell me.