I just realised I haven't posted my "launch story" yet!
Well, what can I say - I thought it was going to be a scrub. Then, with just seconds to go, they said they were going to proceed with the count. So I ran into the other room and put the launch on TV (better quality than PC). By this time, I had such an adrenaline rush that I didn't think much about it being Discovery's final flight while I was watching her rocket out of the atmosphere for the final time.
Even watching it back now, it hasn't really sunk in. Perhaps the excitement of finally having this mission off the ground is masking any sentimental feelings. However, I imagine that one day soon I'll be watching the video of this launch and it'll suddenly hit me - this was the last time for Discovery.
Anyway, FD-2 and OBSS inspections tomorrow - I've missed Shuttle ops! :thumbup:
PS - I've come to the conclusion that Steve Bowen is a "lucky" crewmember - every one of his three flights (STS-126, 132, 133) have gone off first time. Tim Kopra, however, must be unlucky - anyone remember the STS-127 fiasco? Then, as soon as he's off 133, Discovery behaves fine. :idk: