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To: Kartographer
“He was also the very definition of modesty.”

Absolutely. Met him at a formal function in London a few years back. Genuine nice guy and modest. True gentleman.

Contrast Neil with “Buzz” Aldrin. Now THERE is an over-sized ego. Dealt with him a time or two and his ego is bruised from being the SECOND guy on the moon and feels slighted.

Heck, go to Buzz's website and see the arrogance (and money-making T-shirt selling activities). http://buzzaldrin.com/

The guy won't sign autographs without you paying him for the privilege. Yes, sports guys and other celebs do the same thing, but come on, an Astronaut?

I am not impressed with Buzz. . if you couldn't tell. . .just MHO.

22 posted on 02/08/2015 6:47:54 AM PST by Hulka
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To: Hulka

I’m not defending the fellow but it could be that he’s found his autograph being sold on EBay.


26 posted on 02/08/2015 7:40:27 AM PST by InvisibleChurch (http://thegatwickview.tumblr.com/ http://thepurginglutheran.tumblr.com/)
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To: Hulka

In his defense, it says the proceeds from his tshirt sales go to his non-profit for kids.


34 posted on 02/08/2015 8:18:22 AM PST by same old song
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To: Hulka
The guy won't sign autographs without you paying him for the privilege.

Answer; Why? I already paid for you to go to the moon.

65 posted on 02/08/2015 10:41:46 AM PST by Balding_Eagle (The Gruber Revelations are proof that God is still smiling on America.)
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