And, so I set my goals on astronaut because, as a military aviator, it was, I considered that to be about the peak of a flying career.

I see it as one of my jobs to make sure that, it sounds ridiculous, but to make sure the folks are eating, make sure folks are getting enough fluids, make sure folks are, you know, comfortable in the orbiter.

And, I wouldn't consider myself to be a natural pilot; I've had to work at it.

And, so I set my goals on astronaut because, as a military aviator, it was, I considered that to be about the peak of a flying career.

You know, piloting really isn't my hobby. And, it's probably not something I'd do in my spare time if I could do whatever I wanted to do. But, I'll tell you: if you've got to make a living, it's a great way to make a living!

I could do exploration in this particular career field, and it was a goal that, even if I didn't reach it, it was so high it seemed almost impossible, but even if I didn't reach it, I would still have a good time and a very satisfying career.

I'm looking forward to coming back, back to Earth, the landing, the views.