Astronaut Boredom Manual - A to Z

Astronauts for years have opened new doors for all of us. Boredom in space, however, is a growing problem that has consistently plagued space travelers. Consider the following suggestions if you're ever lucky enough to spend any significant time in a space vessel.

During spaceflight, you may find yourself running out of things to talk about. Experimenting and collecting samples will only take you so far. Friendly conversation is essentially what will get you through a long mission. Got a good joke? Have a funny anecdote about space school? I would venture to guess that you'll need them. Just in case you're an aspiring astronaut but not much of a conversationalist, here are some discussion topics for your flight. Krispy Kreme donuts are delicious. Loni Anderson never got the critical acclaim she deserved. Monkeys in space have tainted our legacies. Nylon pants make a funny noise when you walk briskly. Oprah may have billions, but she can't do somersaults while overlooking the Earth, like us.

Perhaps you could pass the time in space by suggesting some fun games. Quite a few famous astronauts before you have spent countless hours playing space poker. Remember to keep an eye on your chips. Some may float away, even after a winning hand. Twister presents some unique problems as well. Use weightlessness to your advantage, but try to stay on the board or you'll lose. Victory is sweeter in space.

When in doubt, you can always amuse yourselves by engaging some aliens in a good old-fashioned space battle. X-wing fighter jets are tricky, so make sure you have a good droid helping you out.

You should know that co-ed missions have opened up a whole new world for astronauts, especially those of you that are unmarried. Zero-gravity sex is fantastic.