Returned undamaged into seclusion and hypersonic speed

I congratulate our heroic people
with a note attached to a country club
breaking apart during reentry

helmets and parachutes, also struggling economy
toppled, was "unsurvivable"
where the accused swindler is a member

the subdued festivities,
stolen properties to rightful owners,
buffeted less serious accidents

-- Ben Cartwright

NASA report details last moments of Columbia crew
Cuba Marks Revolution’s Anniversary
Stolen Madoff statue returned with note attached