Tale of two Armstrong

The passing today of Neil Armstrong and the throwing of the towel yesterday by Lance Armstrong is a vivid illustration of famous men and opposite egos.

The man who first walked on the moon had inner peace between his two ears and didn't need more fame or glory to live through a wonderful life.

The athlete who won so much on his bike didn't quite enjoy the same self-assurance and was more likely torn with a desire to maintain inner security at all cost.

Yet, almost unbelievably so, we seem more attracted to the tormented celebrity than to the quiet hero.