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“That’s one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind,” are words that astronaut, Neil Armstrong declared as people around the world attentively watched him take the first steps on the moon. That moment would be documented in history and talked about for years to come. The Apollo 11 mission had left many doubts to those watching the spectacle. Would Neil Armstrong and Edwin Aldrin successfully set foot on the moon? Or was this launch a disaster waiting to happen? The following texts, In Event of Moon Disaster by President Nixon’s speechwriter, William Safire, and The July 16, 1969, Launch: A Symbol of Man’s Greatness by novelist, Ayn Rand, both express the possibility of a disaster as well as the relief and contentment for the men on

As a kid, I would look up to the stars and wonder with excitement what the mysterious of space held. My imagination would wander to the epic tales of Star Wars and Star Trek pondering if such stories could be true. Years later, I know that those stories are only fiction but my lust for space has not died. In fact, my amazement of what space has to hold has continued to grow. Now when I look up at the stars, I wonder about the possibilities of life, strange worlds, and all of the other potential space has to hold. Naturally, like most humans, I am drawn to the adventure and knowledge of space, and this class gets me a step closer to my adventure.

August leaned back into his reclining desk chair; staring up at the blank white ceiling in a haze, the lights started to blur before his eyes and his body relaxed in anticipation to slumber. He tugged his consciousness back into reality and faced towards the direction of the clock- it had already turned 11 pm. He chose to disclose this endeavor till later and allow himself to get enough rest to last him tomorrow- whatever little amount he managed to soak up. He packed his laptop and equipment into his leather satchel, finally heading over to his nearby apartment for some much needed sleep.

As I rise from the small claustrophobic rack, which is actually a 2.5X6 foot compartment that holds the only personal possessions I have out to sea, I realize that I only got three hours of sleep. The rumbling of the propellers cutting through the open ocean water is a constant reminder that I am far from home. As my

In Magnificent Desolation there are hints of anhdonia, a decrease or loss of pleasure and interest in usual activites (Alloy, Riskind & Manos, 2005, p. 247), apparent as Aldrin expresses the feelings of uncertainty that appeared even within the first few weeks of returning from the moon. He describes his feelings of doubt and pending despair as he pondered what the future might hold for him after he had been to the “top of his world” at age thirty-nine (Aldrin & Abraham, 2009, p. 60). As he was thrust into a public relations role being sent from country to country and city to city, Aldrin found himself feeling further and further away from the life and self he once knew. His discontentment and lack of direction left him wondering, “How could I have gone almost overnight from being on top of the world to feeling useless, worthless, and washed up? I wanted to resume my duties, but there were no duties to resume” (Aldrin &Abraham, 2009, p.80).

The view was breathtaking. A dark blue of many hues dotted with twinkling lights. Swirls of purple and greens like the oceans at home. The yellows and oranges gracefully danced together in dust ballad. All beautiful, but none of these things could ever add up to the beauty of earth. That was all that kept me from the reality that I lived in a small cubby made up of a wall and large window that curved up over my head. I had put all of the blankets I could find on the ground and pillow down to sleep. I had a bag which I used to store food. The cargo ship actually doubled as a chauffeur for the government into space. It had an auditorium and the large cloth that covered the back wall cover the entrance to my crevice. There was a bathroom backstage, and because the auditorium was out of order I had free access to it anytime I wanted. I also found a little chute that led to the kitchen. I found the times when I should and shouldn’t crawl up. I learned when I shouldn't the hard way one afternoon. I got a plat of spaghetti to the face. It was delightful and still so hot it burned my skin! The one thing that haunted me is Nana. Without anyone to talk to there was nothing that could distract me from the uneasiness in my gut. I’m worried not only for her but for me too. Maybe I should have stayed back, my parents must be worried sick.

We each hoist ourselves onto the rocks and walk. We took note of the dim light casting over the dark ocean, which is visible as far as the eye can see. If barefoot, this massive rock can be very hard on your feet. We saw very little of the seagulls, and none of the hiding crabs. We had made it and there was silence. The full moon was a magnificent sight to be seen in combination with the

As Walt Disney once said “All dreams can come true if we have the courage to pursue them.” Courage is something that everyone is born with, but only some are courageous enough to find it and put it to use. Merriam Webster 's defines courage as “Mental or moral strength to venture, persevere, and withstand danger, fear, or difficulty.” Courage can overcome any obstacle, proving that if we have courage any dream truly can come true. As readers we must understand that there are going to be times in life when we must use courage. By reading about others, and learning how to find the courage within, the reader is able to learn that courage truly is self-identifiable. There may be people along the way to help one find courage. However, it is

From being a girl to becoming a woman or from being a boy to becoming a man is the journey we all take when growing up. Being feminine or masculine is a social and cultural trait. There are certain expectations depending on gender. For example author Jacobus explains a study that Germaine Greer did in which she discovered that male babies and female babies are treated differently by caretakers. Greer’s study results were that “The boy baby learns that he can have whatever he wants and quickly, the girl baby that she has to learn patience”. In different cultures gender plays a big role in your future. Certain parts of the world favor one gender over another. Our actions

I glanced up at the Moon, shining its radiant light on the blue, tiled, glossy deck of the cruise ship. This was my first time on a cruise and I was going to enjoy it to its fullest. A light breeze stirs up ripples on the peaceful water of the pool. The moon centers itself in the night sky. I forgot a towel and it’s freezing out of the water so I’m currently trapped in the pool. Tomorrow would be the first day we dock at some island(at least I think it’s an island). There were many excursions to go on, but most them were boring. They were all about observing dull colored shapes float around in a body of water with weird blobs on the ground. Animal and plant

What a strange time to be alive, among the stars, below the clouds, in a world that is not entirely understood. What is not understood should not be feared, but explored.

As a child, I was always a thinker, never quick to believe what others say. When my parents reminded me of my Jewish faith, I was always skeptical as to why I had to blindly follow something. As I got older, bigger and even more morbid questions came to mind. The thoughts of death and the concept of it always made me curious, especially with the news of one of my closest teacher’s diagnosis of ALS. Since Mr. Coleman had to retire due to the disease taking over, I often had talks with him of what he expected.

I lied awake and stared at my wall like it was the most interesting thing I 'd ever seen, studying every crack and chip in the paint that I hadn’t already committed to memory. It was 4 o 'clock, and I swear just a second ago it was midnight. I felt that same restless feeling that I 'd been feeling for the months after Jason died. I sat up in my bed and reached for the pack of cigarettes sitting on my nightstand. I stood up slowly and pulled on my jacket, starting to drag my way outside. I opened the back screen door and stepped outside. Sitting down on the back porch step, I slid the cigarette out of the pack and lit it. I took a drag, watching the smoke curl and twist as I exhaled.

Unfortunately, for me Jesus had decided not only was I ready to use what I had gleaned from the important knowledge of His 40 days of fasting but I had to separate myself from my children because Christ Brings Division in Matthew 10: 34 “Do not think that I came to bring peace on earth. I did not come to bring peace, but a sword. 35 For I have come to ‘set a man against his father, a daughter against her mother, and a daughter-in-law against her mother-in-law’; 36 and ‘a man’s enemies will be those of his own household.’[e] 37 He who loves father or mother more than Me is not worthy of Me. And he who loves son or daughter more than Me is not worthy of Me. 38 And he who does not take his cross and follow after Me is not worthy of Me. 39 He who finds his life will lose it, and he who loses his life for My sake will find it.”

Much to our luck the weather soon clouded over our short little paradise of fun. Before the clouds could settle on their prey, a trio of first-class farers came raining on our parade. A young man and two young ladies, who trailed close behind him. Their presence alone was an insult to us in the lower class. They took a tour of the steerage area, leaving quickly to their recherché cabins and wholesome meals. That night, three days ago I found that if I slept on the floor next to the door I could catch a draft of fresh air. My journey on this ship ends today.