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 | Star Wars at the Space Center! |
 I know we were all excited to hear that Luke Skywalker's ROTJ lightsaber was begin flown on the October space shuttle mission and would actually find itself IN SPACE!!!! So thrilling!
I was even more excited knowing that it was going in and out of Johnson Space Center here in Houston! To be so close to that kind of history... Oh my gosh, I could hardly contain myself!! 
Then it was said that the lightsaber would reside for a brief stint at Space Center Houston on a special Star Wars display and I knew I had to go see it!!!
I finally got my chance to go the weekend after Christmas with my mom and luuke.skywalker, who formerly played with us here on the blogs, and his family! I knew it was in the stars that we would have a fantastic time... and did we ever!
I arrived with my mom just right about the time that Space Center was opening for the day on Dec 28. Luuke and his family would be arriving a little later.
So, Mom and I began looking around at the various displays on site. They now have a large model of the new capsule for the newest vision of space flight in order to return to the moon, as well as small model rockets that are designated to be used in the effort. Then we spent some time in the gift shops, eating Space Dots (ice cream) and I had to at least go take a peek at the Star Wars display because... well... I just couldn't wait! Squeeeeee!!!
There it was in a beautiful display case before my eyes... Luke's lightsaber! It still amazes me that it has now been "up there" where so many of us would like to go ourselves! Just incredible!! In addition to the lightsaber, was a full-size model of Luke's X-Wing, complete with R2-D2, and a display of Darth Sidious' costume. Space Center had also hired a member of the 501st Legion to come in costume for the display as well, so that was fun! 
Shortly after that, my friends arrived and we decided to go on a tour that Space Center has set up to view some behind-the-scenes areas in Johnson Space Center.
We first went to a training facility that is set up to practice functions on the International Space Station and working on the Shuttle. It was fun to see people in there actually working and training.
We then went to an area set up with the last Saturn V rocket built. It was designated to be Apollo 18, but that flight was cancelled, so the rocket is displayed for people to view. I've seen it so many times, but I never get tired of seeing that BIG piece of space history. It was decorated for Christmas which made it more special than usual!
In addition, right outside the building containing the Saturn rocket are examples of Gemini and Mercury rockets and one engine from a Saturn rocket. Love these!
Upon returning to the Space Center after the tour, Luuke, his sister Kisa, and I decided to go view the Star Wars exhibit and snap a few more shots!
After that it was time to do some various programs available to participate in and then one more turn around the gift shop before heading home.
We had such a BLAST (pun intended)!
Unfortunately, the lightsaber has left Space Center again, but it sure was a thrill to see it there! 
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Granny-Wan
I Am NOT an Old Fossil!
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date Posted: Jan 10, 2008 11:17 AM
What an awesome display, and a great homage to "Star Wars". I sooooooooo have to take the grand-padawans there someday....
I'll never go to space, but I've seen the movies! LOL
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nob01
Oil Bath Bubbles
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date Posted: Jan 10, 2008 11:17 AM
Very cool! Looks like you and the Luukes had a bunch of fun!
I have to visit there one day - the center looks fascinating
Good to see Snoopy's contribution to the history of flight was acknowledged 
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gencrs
Technical Manuals from The GFFA
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date Posted: Jan 10, 2008 11:39 AM
That is definately something that I have to go see. I've always been a space freak (hense the SW love) and would love to see the behind the scenes stuff. So cool.
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hansgirl3
Invoking the Squee
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date Posted: Jan 10, 2008 12:43 PM
What an awesome display, and a great homage to "Star Wars". I sooooooooo have to take the grand-padawans there someday....
It was awesome, Granny, and, yes, you need to come see it!
Good to see Snoopy's contribution to the history of flight was acknowledged
Isn't that just the coolest, Nob??!? I love it! Yes, you need to come visit, too.
Seeing the actual prop like that would be so cool to do.
It truly was an amazing experience, Goldie!!
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hansgirl3
Invoking the Squee
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date Posted: Jan 10, 2008 12:43 PM
I think it's incredibly honorable that the space center would acknowledge SW as a legitimate piece of "outer space history" !!
I completely agree, MO2!! Love it!
I'm going to have to take my kis down there and visit the displays in a year or two.
You absolutely need to do that, SJ!! It's so worth it!
I've always been a space freak (hense the SW love) and would love to see the behind the scenes stuff.
Yeah, me too, Gencrs!! Come visit sometime!
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jediprincess77
I Know...
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date Posted: Jan 10, 2008 2:13 PM
Oh my gosh, I could hardly contain myself!!
I don't know how you did!
I'm glad to see that they went all out for this special event, with the trooper & Palpy costume & all. They even had the saber in a fancy display-- as it deserves!
In addition, right outside the building containing the Saturn rocket are examples of Gemini and Mercury rockets and one engine from a Saturn rocket.
WOWOW!!! I would have loved that! Sooooo cool!!!
Luuke, his sister Kisa, and I decided to go view the Star Wars exhibit and snap a few more shots!
I'm so glad you did! That pic of you with Luke's lightsaber...priceless. And you look stunning!
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GalacticBabe
I Have a Bad Feeling About This!
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date Posted: Jan 10, 2008 3:58 PM
There it was in a beautiful display case before my eyes... Luke's lightsaber! Ya know, I don't think I've ever gotten chills reading a blog before! I know you were excited!!
Cool displays! They should have merged with the museum exhibit!
When I was a kid, we lived close to an Air Force base and my father took us to see one of the shuttles that was being flown home after a mission. Bigger than life itself! So very cool, and I'm sure sparked the imaginations of every kid that was there!
You look beautiful in those pics, dahhhling!
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The Stooge
Star Wars Joke-A-Day
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date Posted: Jan 10, 2008 4:28 PM
So awesome that they brought more than just the saber, but the x-wing and costume, too! When does the exhibit close, btw?
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zach starwalker
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date Posted: Jan 10, 2008 4:29 PM
There is a science museum in Montreal that has a Mercury Rocket outside of it. Or something that looks like it anyway.
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Jedi Master Mina
Jedi blogging, go back to your drinks!
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date Posted: Jan 10, 2008 5:40 PM
My dear friend it is with great happiness that I must say that THIS mission involved the greatest hero and Jedi of our beloved galaxy we all love so much - LUKE SKYWALKER...
...And NOT Han the Man. 
Sorry, couldn't help myself, forgive my snarkiness. I wuve you.
....Scuse me while I wipe the drool off of my face from drooling on the LUKE picture(s) you posted.
k, I gots to go clean up kitty crap on the floor, not that that has anything to do with this blog. Just thought I'd share with my Clone.
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hansgirl3
Invoking the Squee
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date Posted: Jan 10, 2008 6:16 PM
Awesome - thanks for sharing the pics!
Absolutely my pleasure, Bly!
That pic of you with Luke's lightsaber...priceless. And you look stunning!
It IS priceless and thanks for the compliment, dear JP!
Ya know, I don't think I've ever gotten chills reading a blog before! I know you were excited!!
That's just cool, GB!! Tee hee!
When does the exhibit close, btw?
Unfortunately, Jan. 7.  The whole display really was cool, though!
There is a science museum in Montreal that has a Mercury Rocket outside of it.
Awesome, Zach!!!
Yes!!!!!!!!!! It's just an hour and 30 minutes from where I live!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Cool, mastersaurkron! Where are you?
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hansgirl3
Invoking the Squee
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date Posted: Jan 10, 2008 6:16 PM
Sorry, couldn't help myself, forgive my snarkiness. I wuve you
Well, I'll think about it..... Ok, I thought. Wuv you too!
....Scuse me while I wipe the drool off of my face from drooling on the LUKE picture(s) you posted.
Hey, you're drooling on my blog, Mina!
I gots to go clean up kitty crap on the floor
Awww, poor Darth Furball... and you.
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amidalooine
The Emotional Galaxy
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date Posted: Jan 10, 2008 6:37 PM
It's such a validation of the "realness" of Star Wars that this display, this event, the whole thing...took place...and I'm so glad you got to see it, hg! Thanks for sharing.
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padmeskywalker77
Padme's Legacy
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date Posted: Jan 10, 2008 6:41 PM
That's just awesome, my friend!!
I would love to see the Space Center one of these days...space travel and study has always fascinated me. It truly would have been awesome to see that lightsaber...I think I'm starting to drool over those pics...
Some fellow Rebel Legion members helped to escort the lightsaber to Houston way back...and I have met a couple of them. I was able to see a clip of the "ceremony," and I could feel their excitement.
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JediMelindaWolf
Try not. Do. Or do not. There is no try.
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date Posted: Jan 11, 2008 6:10 AM
What fun, hg!!!!! I felt like I was right there with you! I love these blogs. When any of us can't visit or get to a particular event/exhibit, we get to live vicariously through our blogging friends!!! Thank you!
I know it isn't SW, but I've always imagined myself as the Red Baron - soaring through the sky in an open cockpit bi-plane, my goggles and helmet pulled down securely, my aviator's scarf trailing . . . not that I'd want to shoot down anyone, mind you. TIt's just that there's nothing like being up in the air. . .
MTFBWY
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hansgirl3
Invoking the Squee
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date Posted: Jan 11, 2008 6:21 AM
It's such a validation of the "realness" of Star Wars that this display, this event, the whole thing...took place...
You are so right, Ami! When you think of it in those terms, it makes you realize just how impactful Star Wars has been on our world.
I would love to see the Space Center one of these days...
Well, you have a place to stay, PS77!
I was able to see a clip of the "ceremony," and I could feel their excitement.
It just ooozed off of them, don't ya think?
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hansgirl3
Invoking the Squee
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date Posted: Jan 11, 2008 6:22 AM
Awesome pictures! Squee!! (Oh wait, I forgot.... boyz can't do that...)
But you can do a pretty good imitation of it, Pitt!
When any of us can't visit or get to a particular event/exhibit, we get to live vicariously through our blogging friends!!!
That is so true, JMW! There is so much to see SW-wise, that begin able to see all of through others is truly a gift!
I know it isn't SW, but I've always imagined myself as the Red Baron
Love it!!
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JediPug1
Like My Father Before Me
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date Posted: Jan 11, 2008 8:24 AM
I wanna see Luke's lightsaber.... 
Thats' one thing that was not on display here in Chicago.... since it was in space! Oh well, I got to live through you, my dear.
Simply too cool for words.... 
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hansgirl3
Invoking the Squee
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date Posted: Jan 11, 2008 8:45 AM
Oh well, I got to live through you, my dear.
Well, I'm glad I got to be the one you lived through, Pug!
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ewanandhaydenfan5
I Have You Now!
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date Posted: Jan 11, 2008 10:29 AM
Very KEEEEWWWL and interesting. Glad you got to hook up with luuke and the family. Thanks for sharing the pics, and by the way, you do look lovely!
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hansgirl3
Invoking the Squee
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date Posted: Jan 11, 2008 11:45 AM
Glad you got to hook up with luuke and the family.
Me too, Ehfy! We always have a lot of fun!!!
Thanks for sharing the pics, and by the way, you do look lovely!
My pleasure and Thank YOU! So sweet!
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