Space Oddity

Placed third in Tongue Tied Ideas.' contest:
Word Prompts (not the norm)
It does involve slash and possibly some unfriendly words.
There is also a smattering of drug references.
Nothing too dramatic though.
Also, highly recommend that you listen to David Bowie's Space Oddity,
as it plays a hella big role in the story.
The prompt? escapades
Words: 1, 325

ten Ground Control nine to Major Tom eight
seven, six Commencing countdown five, engines on four
three, two Check ignition one and may God’s love liftoff be with you!