The above image reveals a substantial overcast condition on Mars at the time the this photo was taken by the rover, "Curiosity." Reported comparisons state that the Martian atmosphere is over 100 times thinner than Earth's at their respective surfaces, which is the equivalent to being 18 miles above the Earth's surface in respect to air thinness. The highest noctilucent clouds within Earth's upper atmosphere can occur up to 50 miles above Earth, but 12 miles is the maximum among the more typical cloud types occurring within the lower atmosphere. It would seem that Mars is pushing the limits, in respect to conditions conducive to cloud formation, but I imagine there could be other conditions that may factor into such cloud development on Mars, or perhaps the Martian atmosphere isn't as thin as we are led to believe. Again, a Martian atmosphere perceived as too thin instills the notion of non-habitability, just like the seemingly applied red filters would, by potentially concealing bluish colored skies on Mars. I'm just speculating!
There will be free speech on Mars!
The right for anyone to freely express one's self, via unlimited speech, is far more sacred than the supposed right of another to not be offended. Besides, the offended are recruited by their own subjectivity. There is no exception to free speech! Those who wish for censorship to rule at the end of the day, typically claim at least one exception in order to establish a precedent that they hope leads to many more. We've all heard the ignorant argument: "You can't yell FIRE in a crowded theater!" Well, you certainly can, if there is a fire. Only if one knowingly misleads others to believe there is a fire when there isn't, and and especially if such deceit logically compels those, who perceive themselves at risk, to act in a desperate manner that leads to either the endangerment or harm of property, themselves, and/or others, then such communication could be deemed as criminal misconduct, rather than just speech.
In the spirit of free speech, anyone may hypothesize anything one sincerely believes to be either true, possible, or improbable, regardless of who may deem such a theory as impossible. Theories potentially open minds to the discovery of truths that otherwise may never be realized without such notions expressed for the rest of us to consider. The lack of evidence isn't what disproves a theory, but rather proof of its contrary, and sometimes that's impossible to prove. The best thing that can happen to a theory itself is for it to be confirmed as fact, then it is obviously no longer theory. The second-best occurrence for a theory is for it to be never proven nor disproved, thus forever leaving hope for its possibility. The second worst outcome for a theory itself is for it to be disproved or debunked. The absolute worst scenario for any theory is for it to never be considered nor given a chance. Some who reject or deny an alleged conspiracy theory, do so, because they favor the effect or status that would be facilitated by such a conspiracy. Many conspiracies are real, and theorizing the existence of one is absolutely legitimate!
Truth ultimately prevails when there’s no censorship; therefore, never trust those who censor. Truth is rarely an asset to those who are ruled by their ego or to those whose intentions or actions are less than pure. Individuals’ collective speculations incidentally serve a purpose, even if incorrect, by potentially isolating the truth in more plain view in due time. Only those who are conditioned to not think for themselves might fear misinformation. Disinformation, on the other hand, only stands a chance of being the last word, if no opposition is ever allowed to be read or heard. No information source should ever be established as “official”, since such a label can be conveniently utilized to disguise deceit. Remember, whenever or wherever tyranny exists, free speech never does! Within a free society, it’s up to each individual to decipher the truth for one's self, as the means for one to navigate through life as one sees fit for their own well-being. A continuous, but healthy exchange of thoughts and ideas, within a society, is essential as such theories are gradually refined as they are inevitably challenged by evolving facts-based rationale, thus culminating into a seemingly reasonable consensus as to what a free society perceives as truth. Not to be mistaken though, perception is subjective and truth is absolute! Despite the many who confuse these two, when not one and the same, we each still consciously or subconsciously sense which one is real.
C.T.R.O.
“To Mars Tomorrow”
As humans look to the stars
to determine mankind's next quest,
the answer is clearly Mars,
if technology passes a test:
Master faster, yet reliable space travel.
Gravity is the undeniable mystery
scientists race to unravel
in order to make history,
via a transporter that repels to propel
to an unprecedented velocity,
enabling consciousness to further excel,
due to unrelenting curiosity.
C.T.R.O.
“Quest Validated”
A space probe’s capability
to land on an unearthly surface
symbolizes the nobility
behind such a worthy purpose.
Despite those who’re skeptically denying
the practicality of humans migrating in droves,
drifting like seeds from a dandelion,
ultimately planting themselves in groves,
thus expanding Earth’s essential pollination,
the eventual colonization on Mars
will hereby make it undeniably evident
that the first interplanetary expansion
will reliably set a precedent
for mankind’s continued ascension,
around and beyond nearby stars.
C.T.R.O.
Will there be peace on Mars?
Peace is an effect, not a cause, and should never be the sole primary goal, because whenever it is, it's never the result. Don't get me wrong. True peace is heavenly, but peace is a bi-product of when other virtues, such as civil liberties, protected by the "Bill of Rights", are the top priority within a true free society. Peace is also maintained when strength is asserted to keep prospective enemies at bay. Passivity is dangerous, especially when applied as the foolish strategy of appeasement of prospective enemies, which instead, only emboldens them.
A token of peace,
as spoken at least:
A dove with love
and nothing more to say
is a chance
for the olive branch
to make it all the way.
C.T.R.O.
Mars will be the new land of liberty:
Have you ever seen a poor hummingbird or bee, desperately trying to escape through a glass window, adjacent to an open door? Most of humanity suffers from a similar narrow perspective. Humans must yet evolve, in order to no longer be accomplices to their own enslavement.
Congratulations! You've made it this far:
Consciousness is the acknowledgment of the presence or absence of matter, by matter itself, but beyond the laws of physics, all the way to the infinite destiny of ever-evolving/expanding awareness. In a limited sense, the Earth and Moon acknowledge each other, via laws of gravity, but without perception nor contemplation, obviously unlike humans and other higher life forms. Thank you for acknowledging this website.
C.T.R.O.