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Array ( [sid] => 11905 [catid] => 1 [aid] => Mick [title] => Columbia's Rest [time] => 2003-02-04 00:00:00 [hometext] => I wrote this about two hours after the tragedy on Saturday feb 1,2003. I was hesitant to post it but was convinced by a friend I should.

God give them rest and comfort forever.

Russ
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Columbia's Rest

Today we are deeply saddened
By the loss of our friends
To seven bereaved families
Americas profound regret extends

Today as we wait expectantly
Our love and friendships to renew
Happy and excited
As you come into view

But you hear another voice
Another destination you see
A voice beckons lovingly
" Come here to me "

We are left behind grieving
Burning tears falling from our eyes
Searching for you desperately
In quiet empty skies

But I know my friends
By now you have landed
Achieved your destination
Obeyed orders as commanded

You have landed in Gods presence
Nevermore to fear
All heaven rejoices
Challengers brothers and sisters are here !

Now just outside heavens gate
Safe in the hearts of you and I
The Columbia and Challenger rest
Where man needs no wings to fly

Russ
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Columbia's Rest

Contributed by Lone_er on Tuesday, 4th February 2003 @ 12:00:00 AM in AEST
Topic: oops




Columbia's Rest

Today we are deeply saddened
By the loss of our friends
To seven bereaved families
Americas profound regret extends

Today as we wait expectantly
Our love and friendships to renew
Happy and excited
As you come into view

But you hear another voice
Another destination you see
A voice beckons lovingly
" Come here to me "

We are left behind grieving
Burning tears falling from our eyes
Searching for you desperately
In quiet empty skies

But I know my friends
By now you have landed
Achieved your destination
Obeyed orders as commanded

You have landed in Gods presence
Nevermore to fear
All heaven rejoices
Challengers brothers and sisters are here !

Now just outside heavens gate
Safe in the hearts of you and I
The Columbia and Challenger rest
Where man needs no wings to fly

Russ




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Re: Columbia's Rest (User Rating: 1 )
by The_Phantom on Tuesday, 4th February 2003 @ 01:08:17 AM AEST
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Outstanding write, you hit the nail right on there, keep it up.
The Phantom


Re: Columbia's Rest (User Rating: 1 )
by LovingWhispers on Tuesday, 4th February 2003 @ 03:48:12 AM AEST
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This is beautiful...Simply Beautiful*tears*
I'm sure that if the families of these brave men and women could read this,then yes...they would find comfort in your heartfelt words....Bravo to you and Bravo to your friend for encouraging you to post so that I and many others could share in this lovely poem.


Re: Columbia's Rest (User Rating: 1 )
by LOWMAN613 on Tuesday, 4th February 2003 @ 09:41:27 AM AEST
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Russ this was so beautifully done,One of your best! This was such a terrible tragedy,although,we learn from this tragedy on the things that went wrong! Yes 7 brave people died,but not in vain! Great write! Christina


Re: Columbia's Rest (User Rating: 1 )
by Lone_er on Tuesday, 4th February 2003 @ 03:12:43 PM AEST
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Thank you christina. It was a terrible tragedy for us all . once more thank you for your kind words.

Russ


Re: Columbia's Rest (User Rating: 1 )
by Lone_er on Tuesday, 4th February 2003 @ 03:14:22 PM AEST
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Thank you so much for your kinds words. I am happy you liked it.

Russ




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