In my mail this morning:
President Bill Powers
The University of Texas at Austin
and
Dean Mary Ann Rankin
College of Natural Sciences
invite you to attend
the dedication and demonstration of
The Texas Petawatt Laser
The highest-powered laser in the world
How spectacular is this? The dedication and demonstration of the planet’s most powerful laser.
My older son saw the invitation and said, “What are they aiming it at?” Eyes wide: “Alderaan?”
The Husband, to whom the invitation was foremost addressed, says, “Pray that nobody finds the film footage of the dean stroking that evil cat.”
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“That’s no moon…It’s a space station.”
I am so jealous.
“My laser is bigger than yours.”
The race is on…
The malfunctioning laser carving obscenities into the moon was eclipsed only by a crazy woman leaping around the yard, exclaiming: “Finally! The plot for the next Evan Delaney novel!”
Ha!
Yes, Candice, the plan calls for carving Texas Longhorns’ “Hook ‘em horns” into the face of the moon, but… I await your scenario with glee.
“May The Schwartz be with you.”
So, what does one wear to an event like this?
And is the “demonstration” portion the kind that includes placards and peaceful protest?
is that a laser in your pocket, or are you just happy to see me?
Oh my gosh! Does anyone remember the movie, “Real Genius”? Will there be a giant Jiffy Pop popcorn at the end of that laser, and whose house will it be in?
I’m jealous. I didn’t get an invitation, and I’m in Texas.
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