I've just taken the time, a much needed break, to read these posts over. What a wonderful outpouring of spirit, and even some thoughtful words from Obama critics.

And Mick's story is certainly one I won't soon forget.

I have seldom seen a campaign so well managed and positive as this one, and I also take great heart in the outcome. Obama will certainly be an inspiration for millions for generations to come.

And I hope that the surviving Republicans have learned the hard lesson that mean-spirited character attack campaigns sometimes blow up in one's face.

Time for a much needed nap!

Charley Noble, zzzzzzz