In a move that has left NASA both baffled and slightly concerned, Florida man Bob "Rocket" McGee has reportedly built a fully functional rocket ship in his backyard using nothing but scrap metal, a blender, and what neighbors describe as "an alarming amount of duct tape."

Neighbors initially thought the towering, chrome-plated contraption was the latest addition to the neighborhood's community center. "I was just coming back from my morning jog when I saw it and thought, 'Wow, the HOA really stepped up their game this year,'" said local resident Karen Thompson. "Then I saw Bob in a helmet, waving a wrench, and realized maybe this isn’t a clubhouse after all."

When asked about his inspiration, McGee said, "I just wanted to prove you don’t need a billion-dollar budget or a PhD to reach the stars. Plus, I ran out of propane for my grill, so I figured, why not build a rocket?" According to Bob, the rocket's main fuel source is a mysterious combination of orange juice, leftover fireworks, and the occasional energy drink.

The local fire department has issued a friendly reminder to keep a safe distance and to "maybe avoid looking directly at the thing when it’s turned on." Meanwhile, Bob insists that his maiden voyage is scheduled for next Saturday at 3 PM, promising to "bring back some moon cheese, or at least a souvenir magnet."

In conclusion, while the rocket’s actual spacefaring capabilities remain untested, one thing is clear: Florida Man has once again redefined backyard innovation, local entertainment, and the phrase "out of this world."