Turns out that twelve hours of fasting, even in space with an amazing view, is pretty boring. We’re all changed into one-piece flight suits with short sleeves so IVs can be inserted with the bags snaked up and strapped to our backs. Then we hang around the multi-purpose room for hours on end.
At first, we have fun playing in zero gravity. But after spinning in place, throwing objects across the room, and playing pranks on each other for an hour, everyone calms down and lazes about. Near the window are plenty of chairs so we can strap in and rest. Aunt Kimie, Lomo, Miko’s parents, Mariko, and Beni all sit down and take a nap.