Today marks the 40th anniversary of man walking on the moon.  NASA is celebrating at the Space Center with a giant moonpie.

The favorite snack of marshmallow squeezed between two round graham crackers and dipped in chocolate is usually served as a single snack.

As the Associated Press is reporting, “NASA’s oversized treat will be available a slice at a time to visitors Monday to the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex in Cape Canaveral

The anniversary moon pie is 40 inches in diameter, six inches high and weighs 55 pounds. That includes six pounds of chocolate and 14 pounds of marshmallow.”

As someone in desperate need of losing a few pounds I think I will skip this celebration.  But for those who need to see one of the most wonderful accomplishments man has participated in I urge you all to visit the Space Center.

If not just to see the enormity of the space shuttle, then to experience all the rides that simulate space travel.  It is truly a must see when visiting the Space Coast!

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With four of the longest balls hit all night and leading from start to finish, Melbourne’s own Prince Fielder was able to win the Home Run Derby.  Playing for Milwaukee, he became the youngest player to hit 50 home runs in a season and now can add the trophy of home run derby champion to his mantle.

Hitting 11 to lead the way through the first round, he showed his strength making his efforts look almost easy.  In the second round, one of his home runs traveled 500 feet.  In the final round he passed Nelson Cruz of Texas for the crown with three outs still to go.

While many who enjoyed his play at Eau Gallie High knew he would be a star some day none would have guessed it would come so soon.  At 25 and over 130 home runs he has excited fans in Milwaukee as well as many here in Florida.  We are expecting great things to come for many years.

Monday’s attempt to launch the Space Shuttle Endeavor was scrubbed again as weather played a part in stalling the launch.  With safety as their main concern, storms cells and ominous clouds played a part in causing the delay after countdown had started.  The next attempt will be for Wednesday, July 15th at 6:03 p.m.

It is believed that there will only be a 40 percent chance that weather will prohibit the liftoff from occurring on Wednesday.

The shuttle launch that was scheduled for Sunday July 12 has been scrubbed for today.  Thunderstorms in the area have delayed the flight for today.  The new attempted Launch will take place on Monday July 13th at 6:51 p.m.

The 16-day mission will feature five spacewalks and complete construction of the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency’s Kibo laboratory. Astronauts will attach a platform to the outside of the Japanese module that will allow experiments to be exposed to space.

If you would like to learn more about the flight, the crew or how to see a launch live please visit the Kennedy Space Center site by clicking here