Clouds prevented our seeing much of the launch, but we did once again enjoy the thrill of seeing the space shuttle's flame soar through the blue Florida sky.

The best view this time, however, was also available to those unable to see the sight live, thanks to the camera on the external tank. How amazing to see the earth receding during launch, and I never tire of seeing our shining planet from space. We were disappointed that our local TV station cut off coverage after the awesome separation of the shuttle and the tank; we would love to have followed that camera view for as long as possible.

Go Atlantis!
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Atlantis landed safely, but its path must not have been close enough to us this time, as I didn't hear the familiar double sonic boom this morning.

Posted by SursumCorda on Thursday, September 21, 2006 at 7:15 am
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