Tuesday, October 7, 2008

Sunrise on Mars


Color it red. And imagine rolling over to turn off the alarm, grumbling at it all the while. Stumble to the kitchen and inhale the rich aroma of freshly brewed coffee with a promise of return to life. Pour a cup, careful not to spill while stifling a yawn. Ah...hot and black, just what's needed to get going on an early morn, start of a day certain to be very busy. And what's the weather like outside? Stroll over to the window for a glimpse of the thermometer. Open the light shield...and the Martian sunrise greets you. In spite of the early grumpiness, a smile creeps up the corners of the lips. It's not just another ordinary day. No, this is a day of continued exploration of a temporary home, a new and fascinating world full of secrets to be mined. Martian sunrise.

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