HUNTSVILLE—NASA confirmed that its latest batch of astronauts prefer initiating pre-orbit slumber rather than dealing with the sporadic supply of space rations. “Have you ever been so hungry but had no food in the house, so you took a nap instead?” questioned mission commander Greg Tull, now equipped with a pillow instead of protein bars.

Since reorganization of supply chains, astronauts report sleeping excessively to bypass hunger pangs. “We’re just one nap away from the moon, or at least a dream about it,” commented astronaut Amanda Byrne. Observers noted that the crew completed a remarkably drowsy simulation of the entire lunar landing procedure.

In light of recent developments, NASA is considering replacing meal kits with mandatory resting sessions. “It’s revolutionary,” said Dr. Ellen Masters, NASA’s leading nap strategist. “Why eat three square meals a day when you can dream about them instead?” Officials are jubilant about the success of ‘Project Siesta.’