Unfortunately, some of you signed up so late that Dave will personally have to stop by with your delivery (bad luck). If he is unable to get to it today there is always another beautiful evening to be had, don’t worry. Anyway, congratulations cadets. Every single one of you successfully completed the training, and today is the day you make your big flight. MISSION UPDATE: Fueling is underway, final countdown is progressing reasonably accurately and there is a definite ENERGY in the air… ~ ^ Currently Chief Fluffy Cloud, and what is left of his tribe, are performing a ceremonial pre-launch dance at the launch site. This should banish all evil, as well as quell the primal urges associated with the nearly full moon: baying at it, etc). They have come all the way from Arizona. (A big hand for the Chief……….). Some of your fellow Orbonauts are currently finishing off a fantastic meal with hearty helpings of sweets and liqueurs at the Mission Control Restaurant, and what is left standing of the band is practicing an “uplifting send off song”. MISSION REROUTE: Just in, we have had this report from NASA “your Mission is to be diverted to the International Space station to drop off a couple of bales and a lighter refill”. Don’t worry this shouldn’t hold us up much. I would like to take this opportunity to thank all who signed up and quote a few words from Orbonaut Commander J….., that were very much appreciated by all at Mission Control: “What you're doing is a great service to mankind, for too long NASA have monopolised space travel - now you are enabling common folk to enjoy the experience!” (A special word of thanks to Steph for his generous donation. This extra energy will help boost future missions to their final destination). MISSION WARNING: Orbonauts could experience some disorientation when weightless & flying faster than man has ever flown before. Our Mission Control Specialist suggests Rhythmic Movement to stabilize these effects. (Important note: do not knock over your telescope, ashtray or beverage!). FINAL MISSION CONTROL WORD: As you make that final climb down the module ladder, with the earth rising on the horizon, don’t forget your speech……. ”One small baby-step for Mankind, one giant leap for the Orb Mailing List……” Good luck and have a happy flight! Mission Controller - bbroo