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What was that kid thinking?

I scanned the story. I cant see if all of the moon rocks were returned.

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FWIW - It's my birfday. 69 big ones. (small font)

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A very strange (but true) story for sure.

Happy B'day Bob!!
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"Still, the FBI said the rocks are now “virtually useless to the scientific community.” A press release added, “They also destroyed three decades worth of handwritten research notes by a NASA scientist that had been locked in the safe.”


The story was documented in Ben Mezrich's 2011 book, Sex on the Moon.

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What was that kid thinking?

I scanned the story. I cant see if all of the moon rocks were returned.



FWIW - It's my birfday. 69 big ones. (small font)
Hope ya have a great birfday Bob!! Maybe only work on one or two cars today.
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^^^ Where is she on the Hot-Crazy matrix?
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^^^ Where is she on the Hot-Crazy matrix?
She can brag that she got laid on the moon.

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^^^ Where is she on the Hot-Crazy matrix?
Not bad, but I’m saying definitely some crazy in those eyes.
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Zero Gravity sex, now THAT would be interesting.
I wonder if any crew members did the deed while on a stint aboard the ISS?
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^^^ Very likely with the last two that spent nine months up there mostly by themselves.

If they did....we will never know.
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I'd pull out and make it rain up in that no gravity atmosphere...
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I'd pull out and make it rain up in that no gravity atmosphere...

That's probably why they said the rocks are contaminated now.
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is it really rain if it isnt falling down?
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is it really rain if it isnt falling down?

That's true.... That would change everything.

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without doubt. the hardest i have ever laughed at a movie theater.

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Sex on the Moon
A vibrant and otherworldly twist on a classic, the "Sex on the Moon" is a layered cocktail that's as visually stunning as it is delicious.

Ingredients
1.5 oz Vodka (for the base, like a rocket preparing for launch)
0.75 oz Peach Schnapps (the sweet, fruity core of the cocktail, representing the juicy core of a celestial body)
0.5 oz Blue Curacao (for that mesmerizing, deep space blue)
0.5 oz Raspberry Liqueur (to add a hint of red, like Martian dust, and another layer of fruity depth)
2 oz Cranberry Juice (for a tart counterpoint and a contrasting layer of color)
2 oz White Cranberry Juice (for a brighter, more subtle layer)
Ice Cubes (for chilling the cocktail to cosmic perfection)

Garnish

A thin orange twist or a slice of star fruit (to represent a distant planet or a shooting star)
Edible glitter (for a shimmering, starry effect)

Instructions

Prepare your glasses: Start with a chilled highball glass, perfect for showcasing the beautiful layers of this cocktail.
The Base Layer: Fill the glass with ice cubes, then pour in the vodka and peach schnapps.
The Cosmic Blue: Slowly pour the blue curacao over the back of a spoon to create a distinct layer at the bottom.
The Raspberry Dust: Gently add the raspberry liqueur, letting it settle into a subtle layer above the blue.
The Cranberry Nebula: Carefully pour the cranberry juice over the back of the spoon, creating another distinct layer.
The White Cranberry Haze: Lastly, add the white cranberry juice, forming a lighter layer on top.
Garnish for Lift-Off: Place the orange twist or star fruit slice on the rim of the glass or gently drop it in. Sprinkle with edible glitter for that extra-terrestrial sparkle.

Tips for a stellar "Sex on the Moon"
Layering Technique: The key to distinct layers is pouring the denser liquids first and slowly adding lighter liquids over the back of a spoon.
Temperature Matters: Chilling your glass and ingredients beforehand will help maintain the layered effect.
Experiment with Garnishes: Consider other space-themed garnishes like a cocktail umbrella with star cutouts, or a thin rim of blue sugar for an icy planet feel.
Enjoy responsibly, and may your journey to the moon be filled with celestial delight!
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without doubt. the hardest i have ever laughed at a movie theater.


Or the image of Ben Stiller with the 'mousse' hanging from his ear.

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Really, that was sex on some rocks... would've been cooler if he stole the space shuttle.
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Really, that was sex on some rocks... would've been cooler if he stole the space shuttle.
Right! I mean, if it's just sex on some rocks he could have gone to a landscaping supply place, bought some odd looking rocks, maybe for added effect spray with some glow in the dark paint, told her they were moon rocks, and knocked one off.
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There was another article a few days ago about him. He was asked what his plans are and he said he is working on getting his job back at NASA.

Good luck with that.

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