Evolution
Wednesday, July 22nd, 2009
The evolution of Man has been truly extraordinary. Our natural curiosity and ability to project has through the ages, driven us to create, discover and develop the technologically advanced world we live in today.
From the creation of the wheel, to the horse drawn carriage, to the Automobile, the Locomotive, the airplane and eventually the space shuttle - each century of Man’s survival has brought with it a series of new inventions sprung from our desire to push the boundaries of what is possible.
This week we celebrate the anniversary of man’s first steps on the Moon. 40 years ago Neil Armstrong uttered those famous words “One small step for man, one giant leap for mankind..” Sixty-six years after the invention of early forms of airborne human transport, we were walking on the moon!
Now, less than half a century later, the space shuttle Endeavor has docked with the International Space Station marking the first time that 13 people have been floating around in space at the same time. It is an incredible age we live in, and a huge tribute to mankind that we have made the technological progress that we have.
The important thing is not to stop questioning. Curiosity has its own reason for existing. One cannot help but be in awe when he contemplates the mysteries of eternity, of life, of the marvelous structure of reality. It is enough if one tries merely to comprehend a little of this mystery every day. Never lose a holy curiosity.
- Albert Einstein
