Chris, Never quite thought of it that way--don't think that I will share it
with my wife though--it sure defines the "SPRIT" that drives us.--wmts
>
> From: Chris Harris <yesford@clear.net.nz>
> Date: 2003/02/02 Sun PM 10:00:07 EST
> To: FastmetalBDF@aol.com, speedtimer@charter.net, dwarner@electrorent.com,
> land-speed@autox.team.net
> Subject: Re: Further tragedy
>
> > 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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