Today two people who just took the bar two weeks ago -- one in Texas, the other in New York -- recount their experiences. Mark Mendola is confident of his success and annoyed with having spent so much time studying for the exam. Raffi Melkonian is less certain about having done well, but more inclined to see the value of the bar exam as a traditional bond among American attorneys.

We welcome comments, questions, come-ons (although please note that Mr. Mendola is a married man), etc. If you'd like to share your own experiences with or views on the bar, feel free to e-mail submit@blogdenovo.org.