Reagan and Alzheimer's

It seems inappropriate to say anything else before mentioning the death of Ronald Reagan yesterday at 93. I have little to say about the man that hasn't been said before, and better, by others. I was born in 1984, when he was reelected to a second term, so I, unfortunately, recall nothing about his presidency. From what I understand, he was one of the greatest presidents that this country has ever had. But although it's sad to see him go, it was probably more merciful for him to die than for him to spend any more years suffering from Alzheimer's disease.

Of all the incurable diseases known to man, I think that Alzheimer's is the worst. What other disease invades the sanctum sanctorum of the mind and steals the memories of its host? I can only hope and pray that researchers will find the cure to the disease by the time that I've grown old enough to be susceptible. (Wait, I lied; I can also donate.)

Grace and glory to Reagan and his family, and let us hope that God sends us more presidents like him.

Posted by Blog Jones at June 6, 2004 10:51 PM | Category: Politics