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First Teacher in Space
by June Nazarian
copyright 05-04-2008


Age Rating: 10 to 127

 
On its pad stood the shuttle a marvel of man
Its elegant presence a breathtaking sight
Perched on the shore of the Indian River
Greeted by egrets in fanciful flight

Across the grand river, crowds assembled
Lawn chairs, blankets, hot dogs, hot tea
Camped for hours, a tailgating frenzy
T-shirts ten dollars, buy two get one free

Throughout the nation schoolchildren gathered
Excitedly watching the classroom TV
Astronauts ready, a teacher among them
Her family at launch site, how proud they must be

Lift-off commenced, "roger, go at throttle up"
Despite the cold, accomplished perfectly
A beautiful launch.....but wait, oh God
The craft's breaking-up, it's falling to sea.

In destruction's wake, the silent pall
Shock, disbelief, utter despair
Witnessed by all the tragic face
Challenger's mission: First Teacher in Space


A/N: In memory of the crew of Space Shuttle Challenger, January 28, 1986
Michael J. Smith, Dick Scobee, Ronald McNair, Ellison Onizuka, Gregory Jarvis, Judith Resnik, Christa McAuliffe (first teacher in space)


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05-29-2008 BJ Niktabe    

Hi June! I love this piece! It's such a wonderful tribute to those that lost their lives that sad day. For the teacher, especially, who could have come back to teach the children of the world what it would be like for them to achieve the dream of being an astronaut. Teachers play such an important role in all of our lives.
Thank you for sharing this with us. :)
BJ
05-09-2008 Wayne Thomas    

Very well done. I remember being at work that day when my wife came into the store and told me what had happened. I shed more than one tear that day and my eyes welled once more tonight as I read. Thanks.
Wayne
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