Kevin Kowalski

Father, Engineer, Swim Coach, Halo Enthusiast, TadpoleAB1608 online and XBL.
Do what you want, no one else will do it for you.

[Kevin Kowalski @KwalDaddy]

@assassinscreed

[NASA Astronomy Picture of the Day @apod]

Squids on Earth aren't this big. This mysterious squid-like cosmic cloud spans nearly three full moons on planet Earth's sky. Discovered in 2011 by French astro-imager Nicolas Outters, the Squid Nebula's bipolar shape is distinguished here by the telltale blue emission from doubly ionized oxygen atoms. Though apparently surrounded by the reddish hydrogen emission region Sh2-129, the true distance and nature of the Squid Nebula have been difficult to determine. Still, one investigation suggests Ou4 really does lie within Sh2-129 some 2,300 light-years away. Consistent with that scenario, the cosmic squid would represent a spectacular outflow of material driven by a triple system of hot, massive stars, cataloged as HR8119, seen near the center of the nebula. If so, this truly giant squid nebula would physically be over 50 light-years across.

Image Credit & Copyright: Alex Linde

[ARCHIVED - NASA Voyager @NASAVoyager]

Is it cold in interstellar space? Yes.

It's a few degrees above absolute zero out here, but our Radioisotope Thermoelectric Generators (RTGs) provide both power AND heat. That, plus some blankets and heaters, and our insides parts are just above freezing. -V2

[ARCHIVED - Curiosity Rover @MarsCuriosity]

Just keep climbing, climbing, climbing…

My team calls me a "Martian mountain climber," and as of today, I've ascended 2,625 feet (800 m) from the place I landed in 2012. That’s a half mile up Mount Sharp! 🎉

[Grayslake 127 @Grayslake127]

Senior Spotlight: David Knapp 🎓 David is off to Southern Illinois University for Aviation Flight & Management. He treasures his lessons from Personal Finance. Inspired by Mr. Plach & enriched by Sociology & Civics, he sees himself piloting in 10 years.

#D127 #D127GetsReal

[ARCHIVED - NASA's Perseverance Mars Rover @NASAPersevere]

'Til we meet again one day – do good work, friend! #ThanksIngenuity

[Space By Storm @SpaceByStorm]

@NASAJPL @NASAPersevere @NASAMars

[Kevin Kowalski @KwalDaddy]

R.I.P. Ingenuity

[ARCHIVED - Curiosity Rover @MarsCuriosity]

Did you ever know that you're my hero
And everything I would like to be?
You flew higher than an eagle
Your tech is the wind beneath our wings

#ThanksIngenuity 🫡

[Kevin Kowalski @KwalDaddy]

NASA loses contact with Ingenuity Mars helicopter https://t.co/CNzqIm4TAv

[Grayslake 127 @Grayslake127]

GNHS Art Department wins prestigious award https://t.co/3Kw2KwvQYj

[Kevin Kowalski @KwalDaddy]

@DeezilDragon @xMasterWarlord Air guitar ftw

[Kevin Kowalski @KwalDaddy]

@Kiwisteve5 Nice! We never get shinier on the spotlight hours.

[A Safe Place @ASafePlace2]

#flashback to last year's Ah-Mazing Wine Women & Shoes event benefitting A Safe Place! From shopping, sipping, and supporting survivors, this is one event you won't want to miss! Tickets available through the link below!

https://t.co/jDD4ilVgq4

[Kevin Kowalski @KwalDaddy]

I'm trying to raise money and awareness for domestic violence. We are trying to raise $500 each of our volunteers for this A Safe Place event. https://t.co/JERzdZURb8

[Kevin Kowalski @KwalDaddy]

#ShadowRaids

[Pokémon GO @PokemonGoApp]

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[Kevin Kowalski @KwalDaddy]

Science!
"The definition of planet is still a sore point – especially among Pluto fans" https://t.co/lrtxfGFZtN

[CCSD 46 Grayslake IL @CCSD46]

A video presented at the 5/3 BOE meeting showcased the GMS Band and Choir program on their recent success at the IGSMA State Festival. ALL GMS performing groups received a Superior rating at State! Congratulations to all! View video: https://t.co/QtbIQat4jC @GMS46Middle #OneD46

[ARCHIVED - NASA's Perseverance Mars Rover @NASAPersevere]

New achievement unlocked! After taking 15 rock cores and one atmospheric sample, I now have my third sample type: “regolith” (loose, sandy material). This specialized, hollow drill bit is another great tool for #SamplingMars.

Read more: https://t.co/59ySl17teW

[USGS Store @USGSstore]

It's #FreeMapMonday! Re-tweet and follow us for a chance to win the State Map of Alaska!

#USGSStore (U.S. residents only)