Standing on the Moon looking back at Earth - this lovely place you just came from - you see all the colours, and you know what they represent. Having left the water planet, with all that water brings to Earth in terms of colour and abudance life, the absence of water and atmosphere on the desolate surface of the Moon gives rise to a stark contrast.

Pascal Lee is a true pioneer of Mars exploration.

The feeling of reduced gravity and the limitations of the space suit resulted in a slow-motion movement. Perhaps not too far from a trampoline, but without the springiness and instability.

My own American Dream was to serve my country as best I could and make a difference in America - and in the world.

I expected the unexpected and went [on the Moon] with an open mind. I think the visual scene was described by my words on first landing - "magnificent desolation." Magnificent for the achievement of being there, and desolate for the eons of lifelessness.

There are always door openings. And gradually, it accumulates. The opportunities open up in front of you.

The way I see it, what is going to come out of the moon activities is a respect for U.S. leadership.