NASA announced today that everything is go for launch for space shuttle Endeavour and the STS-130 mission. I’m go for launch, too, and can’t wait to experience a liftoff live and in person. I hope to share my adventures and take everyone along for the ride both here and on Universe Today.
Launch is scheduled for Feb. 7 at 4:39 a.m. EST.
Canadian astronaut Chris Hadfield returns home today from his 5-month stay on the International Space Station. But I knew him BEFORE he became such an internet sensation, with all his tweeting and videos and complete awesomeness during his Expedition 34/35. Although I […]
I’m getting some new visitors to my blog today, thanks to the folks at Astronomy Picture of the Day (otherwise known as APOD) who featured a picture that I took back in March of space shuttle Discovery rolling out the launchpad at […]
“A thing of beauty is a joy for ever: Its loveliness increases, it will never Pass into nothingness; but still will keep A bower quiet for us, and a sleep Full of sweet dreams …. Therefore, on every morrow, are we wreathing […]
I’ve received a few emails from people wondering why I haven’t written anything on my personal blog lately. And honestly, I was surprised to look and see the last post was a month ago. I usually use Saturday mornings for catching up […]
Another highlight of my adventures at Kennedy Space Center was participating in the joint ISS/shuttle crew news conference on February 18. I have to admit, I’ve interviewed lots of astronauts, scientists, engineers, etc. before, but my heart was absolutely pounding out of […]
Two rocket launches in one week! It doesn’t get any better than this! The launch of the Atlas V rocket with the Solar Dynamics Observatory on Feb. 11 was incredible! (Have I used that word before here?!) Above is an animation of […]
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Have a “blast” Nancy!
YAY! I’ll be there as well for my first ever shuttle launch. 😀 Any viewing advice?
Thanks SciBuff — I will!
Nicole– this is my first time seeing a launch, too, so unfortunately I don’t know alot. But hope to be an expert after this! (scheduled to see 4 launches in two months)
That’s fantastic, you will be a pro after all that! 🙂