In this chapter, we meet the protagonist, the "world's biggest" astronaut. He's not exactly the biggest guy in the world, but he's got a lot to say. First off, he tells us that he doesn't think he'll ever be able to catch up to the guy who's taller than him. He says that the title of "astronaut" is just a joke, and that he can't take it from him because his accomplishments aren't that impressive. He complains about the lack of a good video camera, the fact that his hands are numb, and all the other stuff that's keeping him from being able to do his job. Finally, he says that they're going to have to install a new ceiling tile, but it's going to take a long time. They need to find a way to get the ladder out of the way. They'll have to cancel the next mission if they don't find the ladder.