Background
Tranquility Base (Latin: Statio Tranquillitatis) is the name American astronaut Neil Armstrong gave to the site where the Apollo 11 Lunar Module (“Eagle”) made the first moon landing on July 20, 1969.
The phrase “Tranquility Base” symbolizes one of the greatest achievements of humankind — landing men on the moon and returning them safely to the Earth. The phrase also reminds us of humanity’s innate desire to seek new opportunities and meet future challenges, both in space and on Earth.
Introduction
Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) related topics, as well as education and outreach, are the primary topics discussed here. Human spaceflight, both government-led and “newspace” commercial endeavors, will also feature prominently. Beyond that, “the sky’s the limit,” as the saying goes. This is a new blog and will, no doubt, evolve over time.
About the Author
Shannon at LC-39A with Space Shuttle Atlantis (STS-129)
Shannon Moore (@ageekmom) is a life-long space enthusiast and unabashed geek. Formerly employed in corporate America as a web developer, Shannon is now a self-employed, work at home mom. She founded and manages a variety of websites, including WildTexas.com (Texas parks, travel & outdoor recreation) and Moore Photography & Design.
Shannon is a long-time member the Space Tweep Society, The Nature Conservancy and Flickr. As of April 2011, she is also a member of the National Space Society and Planetary Society.
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