The ultimate adventure.

I'd consider signing up for a one-way flight to Mars. There's talk of it in the scientific community. That when man is finally sent to Mars, it might be best to have no return trip. For one thing, it would be more economical. And if the first explorers stay, it would be the beginning of colonizing the place. Also, the travel would expose the passengers to high doses of radiation, and it would likely shorten their lives. And that may be reason to send older men. Guys like me. Knowing that we are nearing the end of life. And what better way to say adios than to be the first to set foot on Mars. I'd look at it as the ultimate adventure. --Jim Broede