But same idea. Lots of students were watching that launch that day.

I thought of her today too.

Best wishes to Bob and Doug, for sure.

Tragic loss.

I worked in a mental health treatment program for adolescents. We were following the school curriculum designed to go along with the first teacher in space. Ordered pizza for the kids while we watched. I will never forget seeing that explosion. The teacher immediately turned off the television. We spent the rest of the day trying to put ourselves and our kids back together.

My first marriage ended two days later (my choice). I cried more that week than at any other time in my 62 years.

I was at work watching it on a tv someone brought in. Such a horrible moment and seeing her parents watching, confused, was heartbreaking.

I still remember being speechless even though my little daughter was asking me questions.

They were devastated. Ever since I watch holding my breath.

Until separation. Just thinking that everything else has gone to shit, what else can happen.

I held my breath for a very, very long minute.