....in Standard Orbit around an ice planet in the Western Spiral Arm...."
"Mmmm..interesting, Captain. It would appear that the local population insist on using primitive internal combustion powered modules to force their way through these huge mounds of dihydrogen oxide crystals.....illogical"
"So no signs...of....intelligent life...then, Spock?'
"None whatsoever, Captain."
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Predicted 36" of snow - hurricane force winds - coastal flooding - Governor wants all non-essential personnel off the roads by noon......
Will SOMEBODY beam me up? .......Please???