Scientists propose one-way trips to Mars

Scientists propose one-way trips to Mars

Imagine volunteering for this trip! I wonder if there is any organization on earth with the guts to pull something like this off? Of course, the scientists proposing it are a little...eccentric. One of them believes life on Earth came from rocks on Mars.

But is it feasible? The scientists claim early European colonists had little hope of returning to Europe. Well, sure, but they also went to a place that had air they could breath, liquid water, and temperatures that a human can survive in. Mars colonization isn't going to be a trip across the Atlantic.

The idea is still intriguing, though...maybe I'll see people on Mars in my lifetime.

Policy and politics: Maybe it wasn't worth it | The Economist

Policy and politics: Maybe it wasn't worth it | The Economist

Perhaps a little economic reform would have improved health to a greater degree for the long run. I imagine whether or not a person is working has a significant effect on their health. And if our economy falters due to a large public debt, than what does health care matter?

Welcome back my good friend…

Sore throat!

It’s been almost a month since you last visited. I have gotten to know you so well over the last 6 months. You have visited me at least every few weeks. This latest absence you were away for so long I thought you’d forgotten me.

Remember the month we spent together over the summer? The hours of rest and relaxation and LSAT study you allowed me? I should add you to the list of those I thank for help with the LSAT.

Perhaps today will only be a brief visit, though. I don’t mean to be rude, but I am rather busy. I have a Chinese essay due tomorrow and I have to apply to law schools. When you visit, I would prefer not to be distracted by all these other things. I must admit, it’s a little inconvenient that you visit me at such a busy time.

You aren’t offended are you? I wouldn’t want you to feel unwelcome, but I do have a great deal to do. In fact, I believe I may be busy for some time to come. If you would be so kind as to phone before you visit, or give me some kind of advance notice, it would be greatly appreciated.

The source of strength

Back to those three numbers. I did well. Better than I dared hope. I won’t be heading to Harvard (students with a 4.0 and 180 – read perfect score - on the LSAT still only have a 5% chance of acceptance), but I have a good shot at some highly-ranked schools.

Why? Not because of me, definitely! I have a list of people to thank: my wife, my parents, good professors and teachers, good leaders in church and on the mission. All of them helped contribute to my abilities, to my faith in myself, to my ability to diligently study.

I cannot neglect my ultimate source of strength, though. I prayed hard for the Lord’s help in the months leading up to the LSAT. I tried to keep everything in perspective, remembering that the reason the Lord would help me is if my desires were in the right place. My motivation is to let Alisha come home and work and give my kids all the opportunities my parents gave me. Surely the Lord will help me in this?

And He did.