The Expedition 73 crew on the International Space Station (ISS) began their week with the delayed arrival of an extra-large cargo delivery, which, in addition to bringing new science and supplies, also included care packages from home.

Orbital observation

Alongside the tons of supplies and science equipment that were delivered to the ISS by Northrop Grumman's first Cygnus XL cargo craft this week were sweet treats for the Expedition 73 crew.

"Best part of cargo vehicles docking to the International Space Station is the care packages our loved ones send," wrote NASA astronaut Jonny Kim on social media."

Kim, who is seen in the photo below holding kimchi and Korean BBQ pork, was joined by his crew mates Mike Fincke (holding gummy bears and Mike & Ike candies), Zena Cardman and Kimiya Yui

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