NASA Astronaut Fixed the Hubble Then Mowed the Lawn

When NASA astronaut Dr. Jeffrey Hoffman returned home from repairing the Hubble Space Telescope—a milestone mission in space history— he was met with his wife's chore list at home — a broken washing machine and an overgrown lawn. This lighthearted and relatable moment, shared by Hoffman himself, reminds us that no matter how extraordinary your job may be, everyday life doesn’t hit pause. From high-stakes spacewalks to mowing the lawn, this story brings a down-to-earth look at life after space.