Like the Milky Way (Introduction)
A spiral galaxy about twice our size, but a spittin' image. If you don't see us we are 2/3rds the way out the second spiral arm in the 'Goldylock's' zone, a very safe spot away from super novas, etc. -http://www.physorg.com/news/2011-05-spiral-galaxy-resembles-milky.html