Quote by Jon Stewart

It's funny. When we were alive we spent much of our time staring up at the cosmos and wondering what was out there. We were obsessed with the moon and whether we could one day visit it. The day we finally walked on it was celebrated worldwide as perhaps man's greatest achievement. But it was while we were there, gathering rocks from the moon's desolate landscape, that we looked up and caught a glimpse of just how incredible our own planet was. Its singular astonishing beauty. We called her Mother Earth. Because she gave birth to us, and then we sucked her dry.

It's funny. When we were alive we spent much of our time sta

Summary

This quote highlights the irony in humanity's perspective towards the universe and our own planet. It suggests that despite our fascination with space and longing to explore other celestial bodies, it was only when humans set foot on the moon that they truly grasped the awe-inspiring beauty of Earth. The phrase "we called her Mother Earth" emphasizes the interconnectedness between humans and our planet, acknowledging that Earth is our home and provider. However, it also points out the tragic reality that we have exploited Earth's resources without considering the consequences, alluding to the idea that we have neglected our responsibility to care for our own "Mother."

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