They Saw Earth From Space. Here’s How It Changed Them. A significant number of those who've flown in space later went into professions and projects to study, improve, and protect our Earth. "Grab my wrist, Arthur, and don't let go!" said Michael. In an instant, Arthur's house disappeared and to Arthur's incredulous disbelief, he was staring down at the planet he had existed on all his life! He started having the strangest feelings. "Just take a deep breath!" said Michael. "These sensations you are having will pass quickly. But never let go of my wrist. I have hold of you as well!" Arthur did as Michael told him and before long, he was able to take in the sight below and marvel at the splendor of it all. "What a beautiful planet it still is!" marveled Arthur. "I can see where a lot of devastation is happening, but there are still many areas of beauty!" "That is correct!" said Michael. "But it will take a great deal of effort to correct all that has been done to this marvelous creation! She has been neglected and exploited for far too long!" "I know!" said Arthur. "But what can I do, only one person, to help correct this sad trend I see happening below me?" "You need to have a platform to express your feelings about the planet. You need to get vocal about it and offer sound solutions that must be heard by the ones in power that can bring change. That is one of the reasons I was sent to guide you. You were thinking of writing a novel when I showed up. Well, you must write that novel. But it must grip its audience and affirm the need for immediate action by all on the planet below to action. Action to correct the errors of so many generations before. There is still a slim chance this can be done!" "But how can I ever write anything like you describe? I have never been serious about writing before. I have dabbled in little short stories over the years, but only for my own amusement. What you are talking about is a story of biblical proporations!" "Who do you think inspired those writers of old? Do you think you will be left alone to stumble any more when so much is at stake here? Do not worry about what to write. You will find in short order that this inspiration will come from inside you. But that will be later. Right now, we need to visit our next destination. If I am to succeed with you, I need you to be in the right frame of mind in order that you may be receptive to inspiration." M4 characters. Rendered in Poser pro 11.1. Post work in Photoshop 7. Background image from Google Earth. Thank you for taking a peek! Your support is greatly appreciated!