Astronauts Send Surprise Message to Cat Watching Artemis II Mission
In an unexpected twist of interstellar events, an adorable orange tabby named Miles has captured not just the attention of his owner, Mariah Garrett, but also the notice of astronauts journeying on NASA’s Artemis II mission to the moon. Like millions of space enthusiasts across the globe, Mariah has been engrossed in the mission’s livestreams. However, what makes her experience standout is the companionship of her feline friend who seemed equally fascinated by the lunar adventures.
Miles the Cat: Engrossed in Space Adventures
Mariah shared with The Dodo, “He typically doesn’t watch TV with me because he’d rather nap. But he has, for whatever reason, seemed extra attentive to the NASA Artemis II livestreams.” This unusual interest was perfectly captured in a photograph snapped by Mariah, showing Miles intensely watching the mission unfold.
An Interstellar Interaction
While the photograph served to entertain Mariah’s social media followers, it offered a surprising celestial bonus. After sharing the image and a playful caption on X, Mariah received a delightfully unexpected message from the astronauts aboard Artemis II, miles away from Earth. Their message simply read: “Tell your cat the Artemis II crew said pspsps.”
Mariah expressed her disbelief and joy, stating, “I totally did not expect NASA to reply! It was quite the surprise! But a very nice one, since it’s such a special historical event! It felt nice to play a tiny part in it.” This unexpected interstellar engagement not only made Mariah’s day but also hinted that Miles might possess the first feline presence acknowledged beyond Earth’s confines.
Miles: A Stellar Influence
Miles’ fascination with space, coupled with the astronauts’ endearing response, has prompted a series of space-related jokes among Mariah’s friends and family, amusingly suggesting that perhaps Miles is gearing up for his next grand adventure aboard an Artemis mission. Mariah jokingly added, “He’s a very cuddly and friendly cat, so he’d make a great space travel companion.”
On a more down-to-earth note, the engagement between Miles, Mariah, and the Artemis II crew highlights a shared interest and excitement about human space exploration, linking people (and pets) across universal boundaries. While astronauts like Christina Koch are known for their love of pets, few will ever be able to say their animal friend received a shoutout from outer space.
For Mariah and Miles, the Artemis II mission has turned into an extraordinary personal experience, elevated by the joy of sharing these moments with enthusiastic fans across the globe – furry ones included.
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