This is me and a girl named Stephanie that works for USA. We are in front of Discovery's astronaut crew hatch door.
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I started this blog to document the actions I am taking in trying to become an astronaut. It's my ultimate goal, my dream. Every week or so I post a new update to recap the week or add interesting pictures. I hope you enjoy the site and remember to follow your dreams no matter what others may think of them.
About Damaris
- Damaris Sarria Toepel
- Somerville, MA, United States
- Welcome to my blog! I grew up in California and later attended Texas A&M University to earn a Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering. I also hold a Master's degree in Aeronautical Science from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. I previously worked at Kennedy Space Center for Boeing on the Space Shuttle Orbiter's Thermal Protection System. I transitioned to an engineering position with the MIT Lincoln Laboratory in Lexington, MA. I applied for the 2009 astronaut candidate program, but unfortunately did not get a call back. I applied again in early 2011 so fingers crossed! I currently am working on continuing my advanced education, involvement with space advocacy, and continuing to do all that I love in life!
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3 comments:
I've often wondered about the wooden box thing that you and your friend are sitting on in your picture.
It seems so lo-tech and something that might have some astronaut lore behind its use for each mission.
Does it have a story or a tradition?
Thanks.
Wow - good luck with the astronaut gig. I know it is hard work but you only get what you work for.
How did you manage to get a shot in front of Discovery's hatch?
wow, how you feel sitting in the small room
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