Quote: I can only present to you that as previously mentioned, the dollars have been scaled back for NASA. It is all about balance. If you want to discuss what is pointless, tell me how much money was spent in AFghanistan and Iraq. THose wars have had devistating consquences to our economy on a number of facets. From the out right money on the war, to the care of returning military personnel, to the upheavel in the region. We still need that oil. A trip to Mars is priceless. It is fun, exciting and a wonder.
I know my grandfather spent many hours working hard, providing for his family and then some. He worked hard his whole life from teens to late 70's when he finally retired. Work work work. He almost didn't finish HS. But he ALWAYS had time to read National Geographic. And for those that don't read NG, it not only covers our Earth but also the cosmos.He expanded his mind and traveled the world. He put on slide shows for the extended family who did not travel. He shared his adventures. Life isn't just about putting food on the table or finding new resources. Every old culture made beatiful jewelrey and pottery and such. THese are the VERY old cultures, Early China and the precolumbians in South America. THe world would be a dreary place without pushing the boundaries, researching new technologies, making paintings and sitting through a production of The Lion King.
We have much to learn about the world and the universe. Not everything should be about money and resources IMO. While I am here on Earth, I enjoy the art of science and it broadens my world; it helps me understand how valuable my world is and how great God is. Keeping my nose to the grind wheel makes for a dull me. I am more content with life when I can experience the enthusiasm and the excitement of a creative adventure. Be it The Lion King, or a Mars landing.
For me this is why the landing is very exciting.
If you can get The Bumpy Road fixed in my town, I'd be grateful. It's the pits, or rather a pitfall of holes.
