Why I Am Currently Not in Outer Space

A Reflection Based on Deep Introspection and Occasional Snack Breaks

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When I heard last week that Russia blew up a satellite, sending thousands of perilous debris fragments hurtling into the orbital path of the International Space Station, I thought to myself, “Well, it’s a good thing I’m not in space.” Which got me thinking — well, why not? Why aren’t I…