Trip to Mars...Would you?

This isn't a totally new news. I believe this have been running around for a quite a while. But since I am a lazy writer and it is only now that I found again the urge to write, let me share some of my thoughts.

I have just read today that more than 78,000 people have applied to become a settler of Mars. I thought, this was a crazy figure. That's too many. And of course different questions also popped out at the same time. Is there water on that planet. Is there oxygen? What made them think  they can live on Mars? What made them decide they want to? Are they not afraid?

But before I continue with all my questions, let me go back first to the basic of this project, Mars One.

Mars 2023: Inhabitants Wanted

Mars One will establish a permanent human settlement on Mars. We invite you to participate by sharing our vision with your friends, and, perhaps, by becoming the next Mars astronaut yourself. APPLY NOW!

Mars One is a space project that aims to send a group of human to Mars without coming back. You heard it right. It is one way.. As per what I have read, the human body will not be able to adjust to the higher gravity of Earth upon return. So let me just repeat, THERE IS NO COMING BACK.

Would you believe, a very small part of me wishes to go there also. I am now thinking all the  drama I could make to convince the panel why I deserve a slot for this trip to Mars. haha. Have I told you, it was my childhood dream to be an astronaut?

Okay, so if I am to send a video this is what I am going to say...

"Looking back, I remember being asked by our teacher what we would like to be. When it was my turn, I just repeated what my seat mate said, a nurse. But then  years later, I realized I wanted to be an astronaut. I have never been sure for most but this. I thought this was an impossible dream for me. And now, with this Mars One project, I am able to see hope. I have always been curious on what's up out there. It always fascinates me. To be a part  of this project would prove that there are seamless possibilities, that i can walk beyond so much possibilities."

But I have to wake up...that's my drama. Now very small part of me only would want to go there without returning. I can't imagine leaving so many special people here, my family, friends, relatives. I can't think of not returning.
I still believe Earth is a happy place. hahaha. Let us make it happier....

xoxo
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PS: I have so many thoughts but I am just too lazy right now to continue.. oh my gee :(