The Gently Orbiting Blonde

"The Gently Orbiting Blonde" by John Victor Peterson is a humorous science fiction tale set in a futuristic home where love and scientific curiosity collide. The story centers on Bill Wright, whose fascination with anti-gravity experiments on his wedding night leads to uproarious consequences involving his wife, Helene, and another scientist named Gladys. Frustrated by Bill's distraction, Helene's departure and return spark a series of comical events, finding Bill and Gladys floating in a gravity-free living room. As Helene re-enters the scene, the narrative unfolds with humorous clashes and a playful investigation into the relationships between the characters, eventually leading to Bill's mastery of gravity control and a resolution filled with both romance and scientific adventure.