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Summary: A stunning view of planet Earth from the International Space Station.

Why it's a Mind Blow: No, this is not a post for 4/20, it's a post for 4/22 - Earth Day. The video below, shot from the International Space Station (ISS) two hundred and thirty miles above our world, is mind-blowing in more ways than one.

In this day and age, it is easy to take space travel for granted. But stop and think about it for a minute. No, seriously. Stop and take it in. Really digest it. This video is shot from space. Space! And what's more, it's shot from the ISS, a permanent human settlement in space.

It's a permanent human foothold in space!

Did I mention...it's in space?

This video also gives us an opportunity to pause and reflect on the impact seven billion people are having on the Earth. The cities alight like the neurons of some mega-brain, and the thin layer of atmosphere that protects us from the harsh universe looks more fragile than ever.

Nonetheless, it is beautiful. And on this Earth Day, as we soar through the heavens, I hope you'll pause to consider where we're going, where we've been, and most importantly, how blessed we are to be here at all.

Gratitude. Genuine gratitude. Therein lies peace.

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