Sally Ride

Today is, of course, Memorial Day, but it also happens to be the birthday of Dr. Sally Ride - the first American woman in space who used her fame to encourage students to pursue careers in math and science. Here's a  little poem for the occasion:

Today we remember the heroes who died

While protecting our freedoms and dreams

But we also commemorate Miss Sally Ride

Who showed life can be more than it seems

So as you remember their great sacrifice

You can soar like a bird with new wings

If you heed the example of Dr. Ride’s life

And go achieve wonderful things!