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Re: Further tragedy

To: FastmetalBDF@aol.com, speedtimer@charter.net, dwarner@electrorent.com,
Subject: Re: Further tragedy
From: Chris Harris <yesford@clear.net.nz>
Date: Mon, 03 Feb 2003 16:00:07 +1300
>           I hope that all Americans will take a few moments sometime this
> weekend to contemplate the loss of these brave people that are on the
> forefront of mankind's first faltering steps, or flights, in our reach for
> space
> travel and pushing the bounds of our knowledge ever further. Our
condolences
> to all the families and friends of these Space Pioneers who know the risks
> involved, and still pursue their goals in advancing America's role in
> space flight and exploration.  These crew members are a source of
> inspiration for many of us, young and old alike. The loss of Columbia and
> its' crew represents a great loss for both America and future generations
> of space travelers of all nations .  May They Rest In Peace
>                  Bruce Ferguson

Bruce,......................I guess this is another example of the very
nature of who we human kind are.
Whether its the Nolan Whites, or the just lost 7 astronauts. Pushing
boundries is what we do.
At times like this I always think of a very profound statement by Kiwi
racing legend Bruce McLaren.

"To do something well is so worthwhile that to die trying to do it better
cannot be foolhardy. It would be a waste of life to do nothing with ones
ability, for I feel that life is measured in achievment, not in years
alone".

Chris Harris.....................NZed.

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