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In Memory of the Challenger
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~ In Memory of the Challenger ~


Look up into the night sky
there are seven new bright lights
One for each member of the Challenger
who's memory will forever be in flight


These heroes were lost so close to home
giving their all for the benefit of mankind
each one accepting the risks willingly
always looking skyward for the next time


They soared like eagles
where only angels flew
To discover the secrets of space
is the mission of a special few


Our hearts, thoughts and prayers
are with them, giving their all
Lord please take these heroes's into your heart
as they ascent to heaven answering your call


When reaching for what's beyond the horizon
sometimes we fall short and don't get far
Their sacrifice will never be forgotten
and heaven now has seven new stars


(c) January 28, 2005
Carole Mathys


Haiku:


they challenged space
seeing only the possibilities
now touching the hand of God


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 Reviews of "In Memory of the Challenger"
Reviewed by m j hollingshead
Reviewed on February 10, 2005
lovely tribute

Reviewed by Tracey L. O' Very (Reader)
Reviewed on February 6, 2005
A Very Heart warming Tribute to those courageously Brave fronteirsmen and women. Such a tragedy.
Thank You for this Lovely Tribute to them and for their families.
They are smiing down upon you.
Love Tracey xoox

Reviewed on February 4, 2005
Wonderful tribute
God Bless
Michelle!

Reviewed by M. B. (Reader)
Reviewed on February 3, 2005
This is a stunning piece of work. The rhythm and rhyme are in beautiful balance. *In Memory of the Challenger* is gorgeous tribute to a group of people who knew the risks but did it anyway.

I live in Florida and lived here when the Challenger went up. I'll never forget the tragedy.

Reviewed by Lori Moore
Reviewed on January 31, 2005
Wonderful tribute!

Reviewed by Mitzi Jackson
Reviewed on January 31, 2005
i agree with all here when i say this is an excellent
tribute to something that can almost go by
with a deep sadness and laspe in the backround
thanks for keeping a memory to those we sometime
for some minutes forget.....take care
and bless you

Reviewed by William Bonilla
Reviewed on January 30, 2005
Wonderful tribute Carole
to a very tragic incident
still they are all remembered as great heroes
in my heart

William ....Peace & love

Reviewed by Tinka Boukes
Reviewed on January 30, 2005
Beautiful heartfelt tribute!!

Love Tinka

Reviewed by Mary Quire
Reviewed on January 30, 2005
This is such a heartfelt tribute. Beautifully written.

M.Rose

Reviewed by C. McGovern-Bowen
Reviewed on January 29, 2005
Beautiful tribute, Carole. Masterfully crafted.
Best,
Carolyn

Reviewed by Michelle Mills
Reviewed on January 29, 2005
I remember coming home for an early lunch that day and seeing the streamers from the explosion in the eastern sky. I didn't know until I turned on the television that the Challenger had exploded. My father worked closely on the Columbia/Challenger development team and most of my childhood was wrapped up in that project in one way or another. I can't recall ever seeing my father look as sad as he did that day. Such a loss for everyone...their families, friends, collegues, and the nation. This is a beautiful tribute to some exceptionally brave pioneers who died doing what they loved doing. Bless you for your lovely words. Michelle

Reviewed on January 29, 2005
Carole,

Outstanding tribute, exceptionally written - we shall never forget!!


Best to you,

Robert

Reviewed by Dawn Richerson
Reviewed on January 29, 2005
thought about this earlier in reading about the anniversary. your poem expresses it well. thanks,

Reviewed on January 29, 2005
A heartfelt beautiful tribute to the seven heroes. They are now in God's land.

Sandie Angel a.k.a. Sandie May Angel :o(

Reviewed on January 29, 2005
Carole,

A beautiful tribute to the Challenger astronauts. I will never forget, either.

(((HUGS))) and love, and thank you, Karla. :(

Reviewed by Chanti Niven
Reviewed on January 29, 2005
Who could read this and not be moved to tears? An exceptional tribute to these heroes. It was such a tragedy and it is right that they be remembered. Your poem should be published!
Well done

Reviewed by Regis Auffray
Reviewed on January 29, 2005
I remember sharply the tragedy unfolding. A most ŕ propos and timely tribute, Carole. Thank you. Love and peace. Regis

Reviewed by E T Waldron
Reviewed on January 29, 2005
Beautifully done tribute in memoriam! One very sad and horrific day I'll never forget as I watched.

Reviewed on January 29, 2005
beautiful tribute to the seven, carole; i shall never forget!

(((HUGS))) and much love, your tx. friend, karen lynn. :( >tears <

thanks for all your nice reviews; they are very much appreciated! :)

Reviewed by Judy Lloyd (Reader)
Reviewed on January 29, 2005
This is truly beautiful and yes my nephew lived in Florida when the tragedy happened. My daughter was sixteen at the time and none of us could believe it. Yes they did touch the hand of God.


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