In June 2024, NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams embarked on a mission that was supposed to last only eight days. However, technical issues with the spacecraft left them trapped at the International Space Station for eight months.
Williams explained that spending so much time in space has affected her ability to move. She mentioned that she is trying to remember what walking feels like, as she has spent so much time floating in space that it has become her new form of movement.
Despite the challenges of being away from her family for such a long time, Williams keeps herself busy and stays in frequent contact with her loved ones. She mentioned that although she misses them, she is able to overcome the feeling of isolation thanks to constant activities and communications.
Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams became the first crew to pilot the Starliner in June 2024.
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