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Old Aug 8, 2007 | 12:33 PM
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shuttle launch tonight

anyone going to be close enough to see the launch this evening 636pm
 
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Old Aug 8, 2007 | 02:14 PM
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Ahh thanks for the heads up. I like watching them, just gotta look southwest from where im at.
 
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Old Aug 8, 2007 | 03:31 PM
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I think Wildcard30 has invited us all down to his house to watch the launch.
We can camp in his backyard and use his bathrooms, he might even supply us with beer if we promas not to make a spectical of ourselfs.
 
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Old Aug 8, 2007 | 03:42 PM
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Originally Posted by Chugalug
I think Wildcard30 has invited us all down to his house to watch the launch.
We can camp in his backyard and use his bathrooms, he might even supply us with beer if we promas not to make a spectical of ourselfs.
Leaving now!! What kind of beer do you like Wildcard30?
 
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Old Aug 8, 2007 | 04:03 PM
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I would need the shuttle to get me there in time to watch it. Why diddn't you mention it sooner? Damn
 
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Old Aug 8, 2007 | 04:09 PM
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Originally Posted by Chugalug
I think Wildcard30 has invited us all down to his house to watch the launch.
We can camp in his backyard and use his bathrooms, he might even supply us with beer if we promas not to make a spectical of ourselfs.
When did this happen? That would be fun. We could do a cookout kinda thing. Maybe next time?

edit: Where in FL is he?
 

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Old Aug 8, 2007 | 05:02 PM
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When did this happen? That would be fun. We could do a cookout kinda thing. Maybe next time?

edit: Where in FL is he?
Cocoa beach. Major Nelson's old house. Man I hope Jeanie is still there.
 
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Old Aug 8, 2007 | 05:55 PM
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I just saw it launch on the tv. It never gets old watching it.
 

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Old Aug 8, 2007 | 06:10 PM
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I watched it go up also, on TV.
 
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Old Aug 9, 2007 | 08:11 AM
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I waited and waited... You guys never showed up! I had the BBQ fired up and the steaks were grilling.... As for beer, no bud products, no miller products. Anything else is fine. That includes Lone Star and Iron City.

The shot looked great. The sky conditions were clear and million! We even saw the booster seperation this time.

And I didn't even have run any of the tourist off my property...

Maybe, that was because I put the dogs in the front yard...

And a sign that said....

Take note!! The dogs only have teeth. I have a bad attitude and don't play well with tourists. Want to see my collection of high power hand weapons? Cross the property line and you will.

But, if any of my FTE brothers and sisters are going to be in town for the next launch, let me know. I would be more than happy to sponsor a little meet and greet.

The only requirement is you MUST bring your truck! I would rather park everyone's trucks in my front yard, then to rope it off. Besides, that would make for one cool picture.
 

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Old Aug 9, 2007 | 08:14 AM
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When did this happen? That would be fun. We could do a cookout kinda thing. Maybe next time?

edit: Where in FL is he?
I can see the VAB and Pads from my backyard. Looking east across the river. I'm near Titusville....
 
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Old Aug 9, 2007 | 12:01 PM
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I waited and waited... You guys never showed up! I had the BBQ fired up and the steaks were grilling.... As for beer, no bud products, no miller products. Anything else is fine. That includes Lone Star and Iron City.
Yuengling it is! Ill bring them in a can so itll be easier to dispose of, and i think it tastes better in a can. Ill also bring sodas for the hell of it in case anybody wants those.

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The only requirement is you MUST bring your truck! I would rather park everyone's trucks in my front yard, then to rope it off. Besides, that would make for one cool picture.
That means me and the duke and i would have to leave early and it would take me a while. It dosnt go over 60, thats max cruising speed and it sounds like nascar or somethig when it is doing 60. Itll be ok though, youre not too far from jax.
 
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Old Aug 9, 2007 | 02:03 PM
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That means me and the duke and i would have to leave early and it would take me a while. It dosnt go over 60, thats max cruising speed and it sounds like nascar or somethig when it is doing 60. Itll be ok though, youre not too far from jax.
Not a problem! Take US 1 and make a leisurely ride out of it. If I get some interest in doing this, I'll set it up. I can get probably 20 trucks in the front yard and driveway, plus another 8 or so in front of the house on the road.
 
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