[hoagy62]

I have watched all the Apollo shots and landings. I have watched many of the Shuttle launches and landings. And this is the first time I’ve ever cried. Hell...I didn’t even cry when we lost Challenger and Columbia..not because I was cold-hearted, but because I was too numb.

I have the realization that I may never experience the majesty and excitement of a space launch in my lifetime. My kids will never have their imaginations sparked by manned space flight.

I feel old today.

[brityank]

Concur fully, Hoagy62 - thank you for the simple eloquence in your message.

[Eye of Unk]

Probably the most remembered part of Obamas failed legacy will be his cancellation of Americas space explorations plans.

No bucks, no Buck Rogers.

And I guess we might as well cancel all future Star Trek movies since Obama says it a waste of time and money.

And it offends Allah.

[FDNYRHEROES]

My kids will never have their imaginations sparked by manned space flight.

Have they seen the movie, "October Sky"?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ru-ho1ZZj-4

[Biggirl]

Tell me, me too! I feel older today!

[Bockscar]

I have read all the comments on this thread. I returned to your comments.
Your comments echo my thoughts and feelings today. I can add nothing to your words expressed so well.
Well spoken. I believe your words speak for many of us.

My sense of loss today is something I was not expecting.
I too feel 'old' today.