Major Tom, the culture icon of the astro traveler who meets an unknown fate, actually went further than any of us could ever comprehend.
His friends from beyond have sent some things from...well...The Beyond. It's interesting what extraterrestrial beings think we Earthings might enjoy--mostly things that are sparkly and that light up! Who knows what they might be trying to communicate?
Oh well, this artifact seems harmless.
Doesn't it?
In any case, if you see Major Tom's wife, don't forget his final message: "Give my wife my love..."