The thrill of liftoff and the adrenaline rush of space travel from "summary" of Riding Rockets by Mike Mullane
The sensation of liftoff is like no other. The ground shakes beneath you as the engines roar to life, pushing you upwards with an incredible force. The acceleration is intense, pressing you back into your seat as you hurtle towards space. The G-forces pull at your body, making it difficult to move or even breathe. But despite the physical strain, there is an undeniable thrill in the experience. As the spacecraft climbs higher and higher, the world below begins to shrink away. The sky darkens to an inky black, dotted with millions of stars. The Earth's curvature comes into view, a breathtaking sight that fills you with awe and wonder. You are weightless now, floating inside the cabin with a sense of freedom unlike anything you have ever known. Th...
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