Credit: Pat Whittle for this
The Boston Globe
March 23, 1995, Thursday, City Edition
Donna Harris-Lewis' poem: 'Always Believe What Your Own Eyes See'; REGGIE LEWIS NIGHT
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SECTION: SPORTS; Pg. 49
LENGTH: 233 words
Recited during halftime ceremonies:
When Reggie was drafted it seemed like a dream, so privileged he felt to play for this team
He learned from the greatest, Larry, DJ, Robert, Kevin and Danny
to work and prepare, proud to pass on their lessons to share
He played for the best and most knowledgeable fans
The baton passed from Larry into Reggie's skilled hands
He'll share this banner with those who came before, those grand Celtic legends of fame and of lore
To win was the goal he shared with you
That his death would come soon, none of us knew
Your letters and prayers give me hope to believe that he'll be remembered for what he achieved
His last game was for you here to see
His career and life was no mystery
He was honored to wear the Celtics green
Those close knew he kept himself clean,
Though rumors now surround his death, he cared too much for basketball to risk his health
Character is one thing that never dies
Let's not believe these harmful lies
Pledge to his memory we'll honor his name
He had a full happy life and gave all to this game
With 'Nique, Dee, M.L., Paul and the rest of the team, a new era has begun to carry on the dream
The incomparable patriarch has shared the lessons of years past
Let's hope in the future, Red's wisdom will last
From all those who loved Reggie but especially me always believe what your own eyes see.
The Boston Globe
March 23, 1995, Thursday, City Edition
Donna Harris-Lewis' poem: 'Always Believe What Your Own Eyes See'; REGGIE LEWIS NIGHT
...
SECTION: SPORTS; Pg. 49
LENGTH: 233 words
Recited during halftime ceremonies:
When Reggie was drafted it seemed like a dream, so privileged he felt to play for this team
He learned from the greatest, Larry, DJ, Robert, Kevin and Danny
to work and prepare, proud to pass on their lessons to share
He played for the best and most knowledgeable fans
The baton passed from Larry into Reggie's skilled hands
He'll share this banner with those who came before, those grand Celtic legends of fame and of lore
To win was the goal he shared with you
That his death would come soon, none of us knew
Your letters and prayers give me hope to believe that he'll be remembered for what he achieved
His last game was for you here to see
His career and life was no mystery
He was honored to wear the Celtics green
Those close knew he kept himself clean,
Though rumors now surround his death, he cared too much for basketball to risk his health
Character is one thing that never dies
Let's not believe these harmful lies
Pledge to his memory we'll honor his name
He had a full happy life and gave all to this game
With 'Nique, Dee, M.L., Paul and the rest of the team, a new era has begun to carry on the dream
The incomparable patriarch has shared the lessons of years past
Let's hope in the future, Red's wisdom will last
From all those who loved Reggie but especially me always believe what your own eyes see.
