I like tracking constellations and Mars as they move through the sky throughout the year. I’ve gotten really good at knowing where exactly to look for specific constellations at different times of year. I know it isn’t impressive, but I really like the fact that I can always find the stars I adore.

I also love going out and looking at any celestial events I hear about. I woke up at 3 AM once and stood outside in 20F weather to watch an eclipse. So worth it.

My aunt gave me my great grandfather’s stargazing binoculars last year and they’re so nice. My great grandfather worked for NASA and was one of the most intelligent people I’ve known. He died before I was old enough to really appreciate his brilliance and accomplishments, but I strive to learn about him. Owning and using his binoculars makes me feel closer to him in a way. He and my aunt are the people that got me super into space and stuff. My biggest dream is to go to space, but I won’t ever go unless cheap and safe space tourism that allows people with chronic illness somehow becomes a thing in my lifetime.