The "Far Prettier than a TD Pass" Thread - The Nerd's TD Pass

pfft.  I had input, too, dammit.  Why you gotta hate? 

I think it largely depends on your definition of reward.  Growing up who didn't want to be an astronaut?  Or as smart as a rocket scientist?

One could argue that these are both very respected professions in society.  To me that is a HUGE reward. 

Yeah, I may have to take him off "the email" list.  You hear that Spokes!  No more pics for you suckah!! 

FWIW, I lived about 15 miles south of the shuttle launch pads in the early/mid 80's when there was a mission taking off every few months. I got to watch the first night shot from the beach behind my apartment.

A shuttle launch is the single most inspirational/incredible thing I have ever witnessed*. It is impossible to describe, seeing a picture or a video doesn't come close to the actual experience.

If you ever have the slightest opportunity to see a shuttle launch, take it.

* Edit: except the birth of my oldest daughter.

No offense, 'cause I'ma geek and I love space exploration, but nothing beats watching Big Papi's HR against the Yanks in the 2004 ALCS. Nuff Said.

p.s. try playing rugby for 90 minutes, or hockey and tell me those don't require end.

 I lovvvvvvve triathlons. But team sports will always reign supreme in the US because they speak to our love of comraderie and how we can become greater than ourselves through acting with others. 

I'll take the TD pass.

Spokes, what's up with the avatar?  You look like you're talking to a 9 year old.