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posted 04-26-2014 04:46 PM            

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Mr. Aldrin signed a copy of "Mission to Mars" for me today at the Go Boldly Expo in St. Paul. While it was still a thrill to see a member of Apollo 11 in person and have him sign something, I can't get past the feeling that Buzz simply didn't give a rip about the people who had come to see him at this event. Compared with Harrision Schmitt, Karen Nyberg, and Curt Brown at the same event, it was quite a startling difference in attitude.

Please don't get me wrong. I do realize that the book signing line was very long, and I certainly didn't expect a photo with him or to carry on a conversation, but he repeatly ignored the people in line who were thanking him for signing their book, for his service to his country, etc. Not a smile, nod of the head, or anything to acknowledge their sincere thanks. My experience with Jack Schmitt at the same event is something I will forever cherish. My experience with Buzz is one I hope to soon forget.