Compartments

Compartments Ships, particularly warships, have watertight compartments to stop internal flooding from torpedoes, bombs, or other hull damage to the ship. Sailors slam the heavy steel doors (hatches) shut and seal them tight, also known as dogging the hatches. This keeps the ship afloat during times of crisis. Military people, particularly those who have seen … Read more

Andromeda3

Andromeda III The warm glow that had illuminated our bonding event slowly faded as nightfall enclosed us with its cool breeze. The critters slowly wandered around aimlessly, and nestled into contented repose, as I placed some dry firewood in the fire pit I’d used to fry the hamburgers. Once lit, it provided a warming afterglow … Read more

Lift perks II

Saturday morning found Daniel with an extreme thirst, there was no hangover as he had not drunk that much, but as per usual he had to drink at least three glasses of water to quench his thirst. It took some time for him to remember what had happened the night before and even that seemed … Read more