Forty years ago the world changed. Humanity watched two men take a few steps; small simple steps that crowned a determined decade-long drive. Man graced the surface of the moon.

Neil Armstrong, the astronaut who placed the first footprints on the moon marked the moment. He told the world, “One small step for man, one giant leap for mankind.” His famous words seem destined to echo through time (and space) forever. He knew humanity took a GIANT leap.

For thousands of years people dreamed of reaching the moon, and many people alive today were born when it still thought to be impossible. But it was achieved and arguably must be mentioned when conversing about man’s greatest achievements of any generation.

So as we all watch in wonder again this anniversary ( http://tinyurl.com/mx4gmp) what can we learn?

First, we can enjoy anniversary news coverage (you can even follow it on twitter @ReliveApollo11) that is not of a tragedy, a war, or a death, but of a positive human achievement. That alone maybe cause to celebrate. But perhaps we can also simply surmise that the once thought illogical is in fact possible.

So as I continue to watch in amazement about the lunar landing, I am deciding to take my own giant leap to believing we can once again do great things both in the heavens above and here on earth. Are you with me?

Stay adventurous,

Craig Zabransky

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