When you finally get the Christmas lights the way you want them

Just my wife preparing to beam me into outer space for forgetting to pick up broccoli from Safeway

If you follow me, you know David Gerrold is #StarTrek royalty. He is also a mensch. And he needs help with medical bills. Read about David and some of my collecting stories related to him. And consider donating: collectingtrek.ca/2025/12/20/g...

That little medallion grew up so fast…

“For even in his ordeals a man will find delight, remembering them after he has endured much and wandered far.” —Homer, The Odyssey

Just taking a moment to appreciate these wonderful pictures of Tom Baker with @louisejameson.bsky.social & friends at his MBE investiture this week. How does he get *more* like the Doctor the older he gets? #TomBaker MBE - it's about time.🧣🏅

“Gentlemen—Shall we watch Jeopardy or Antiques Roadshow tonight?”

🤔

I’m sad to hear of the passing of Gil Gerard. He did a wonderful job bringing some realism to a show that was at times campy and absurd. If Buck Rogers were made today, they would hire some 23-year-old with six pack abs and an angsty disposition. Gil was perfect!

tfw when you realize everything you’re seeing is AI slop

This never gets old… ‘tis the season!

I know today is the 46th Anniversary of The Motion Picture, but yesterday was the 34th Anniversary of The Undiscovered Country. Not my favorite Star Trek movie, but it had my favorite Star Trek trailer… I was in High School when this came out and was so excited for it!

when you just really love pushing little buttons SO MUCH

I love old interviews like this, before Star Trek became hugely popular. What strikes me is that Shatner and Nimoy are both very thoughtful, but not about the same thing. Shatner is more attentive to his *performance*; Nimoy is more attentive to his *character*… 1/

Happy Thanksgiving to everyone celebrating! Hope you are able to enjoy a nice meal with friends and family this day 🦃🥧🖖🏻

Science Fiction is so often presented with a sleek, minimal aesthetic… Monochromatic greys, whites, and metal shades predominate. One of the things that makes Star Trek stand out is its extravagant use of color.

me and my wife leaving the mall and trying to remember where we parked

When Matt Jeffries was called upon to update the Enterprise design for Phase II, he hit on the idea of angling the supports for the nacelles: I love the that from his sketches you could see he was apparently inspired by the human arm in the act of throwing a spear or projectile.

I know this is lame but I’m posting it anyway

“Pattern indicates two-dimensional thinking”

Drop something BRIGHT 🌟

“Ach, Mister Harper! It’s just like with USB ports, ye always attach the connector upside down at first!”

Besides Star Trek, another long standing interest of mine is Mesoamerican history and archaeology. You wouldn’t think there are a lot of connections between the two, but there are a few! So I thought I’d write a short thread about them (apologies if you’ve seen it before on the other site)… 1/

I’m going on a trip and am currently stomping around the airport with my phone on low battery trying to find a single electrical outlet that’s not either being used or broken…

Spock’s Brain is not a good episode (although it’s not as bad as is often claimed), but one thing I like about it is the moment when Kirk discusses which planet to explore and seeks input from Sulu, Chekov (and Uhura). It’s an unusual moment in the series, without the presence or Spock or McCoy.

R.I.P. Ralph Senensky, legendary Star Trek director of some of the most sensitive episodes of the series.

The odd-numbered Star Trek films are often considered the weaker ones. I’m not saying I agree with that or not, but I think one thing they all have in common is they have some of DeForest Kelley’s *best* moments.

Birthday parties on Romulus are no fun since everyone should always beware romulans bearing gifts…

I had no idea William Shatner and James Doohan were so petite until I saw this picture!

Oh and of you want #TTRPG Trek 'The Jihad' is probably the most adventuring party episode Trek ever made!

I’ve been rereading A Wizard of Earthsea with a friend who’s reading it for the first time, and it’s just such a marvelous example of High Fantasy. It’s not easy to write in formal and somewhat remote language without become stilted, but LeGuin does it…

It’s no surprise that the Golden Age of Science Fiction began in the 1940’s… man’s technology had reached a certain point; so, too, had man’s malevolence. No wonder then that writers cast their imaginations away from this planet with its baggage and limitations, and sent their thoughts to the stars…

I was up late last night but I instead of going to bed I was thinking about how cool it is that Spock’s viewer in Star Trek II is lit with blue light just like it was in the Original Series…

going to get the mail—but make it fashion

LOS ANGELES, 1965 It was before my time, but I think it would've been so interesting to be living in Los Angeles in the mid-60's, and working in the arts or entertainment… 1/

September 30th… October 1st

“Up for some spaghetti tonight, Bones?”

Despite his later professionalism, young Mr. Spock was something of a juvenile delinquent, as this early mugshot shows…

“One day Jim Kirk awoke from uneasy dreams to find himself transformed into a giant Horta”

Post a random Star Trek image

“Mr. Sulu, I believe our laundry has gotten mixed up”

Shots like this are why I watch this show…

The only proper way to watch William Shatner on tv…

WALTER KOENIG. Happy Birthday to the original Mr. Chekov!! I’ve been fortunate to meet him on three occasions, and he has always been friendly but, more importantly, *genuine*… 1/

“You’re becoming a young woman, Miri—please be careful if you go on social media!”

Me having a discussion with my buddies about why even after 59 years Original Star Trek is still our favorite…

Happy 59th and Happy Star Trek Day to everyone who carries this iconic universe forward! From writers, actors, and creators who imagine strange, new worlds to fellow fans who keep the dream alive and a community that continues to grow across generations! youtu.be/fqsf40q6Vp8?...