I attended the Museum exhibit opening of “Connecticut:50 Objects, 50 Stories” in Hartford at the CT Historical Society. It was fun to see the diversity of the objects and to learn about each one. 

During the event, I tried different approaches to engage with those in attendance with limited success. When I saw the space suit, a sense of whimsy took over and I began posing with the display and talking about it.

Allowing my authenticity to shine through sparked a “snowball effect” of people smiling and supporting my aerospace delight. 

The suit consisting of 18,000 parts was made by United Technology in CT for NASA astronauts to protect them from the harsh environment of space.

Having that interaction with others made all the difference in my enjoyment of participation. When you travel solo, what makes your trip memorable?