Reagan Library

On June 29th Alan and I were able to go to the Ronald Reagan Library in Simi Valley.  I thought it would be a short visit, but one could spend the whole day there, or even two days seeing all there is to see.  This first photo is of the entrance.

Just inside, there is a statue of Ron and Nancy (and me).

At one point, we could pretend to be the president giving a speach. There were even telepromptors for us to use. See the ipod around our necks?  This was what they called the "Personal Guide Cam".  It was very useful to us as we went around the different areas of the Library.  The extra information was great.  There were many things included that we could't have picked up on by simply reading the placards.

One thing Pres. Reagan really liked was horses and horseback riding.  I even got to go on a horseback ride with him.

Air Force One

 Inside Air Force One.
  This was state-of-the-art for the 1980's, but I am sure that today's Air Force One is a lot fancier.

One thing President Reagan was known for was his love of Jelly Bellies.  This picture of Pres. Reagan was made out of them.

Alan and I had a great time remembering things that took place during the Reagan Administration like the tearing down of the Berlin Wall, getting the economy back on track, the rebuilding of the U.S. military, how the U.S. prestige in the world was improved, and the assassination attempt by John Hinckley, Jr. of Pres. Reagan.  This is a photo of a replica of the Berlin Wall.

Of all the Presidents of the United States during my lifetime, I admire Ronald Reagan the most.  I believe he has done more for the good of the country and the world than any recent president and I hope that America can get back to the beliefs and standards that Pres. Reagan had.  I am proud to be an American.  How about you?