“Protected as we are by the Earth's atmosphere and magnetic field, which deflect deadly radiation from space, we are like pampered children who do not have never ventured into a difficult neighborhood” (Folger 2). Humans have been fascinated by space since the beginning of our time. Just like children and tough neighborhoods, we overcame obstacle after obstacle to get home. In the end, we have better knowledge and strength than before. The future of space exploration can help us answer the eternal question of how the universe came to be. The more we explore the infinite galaxies, the more we can scientifically discover and create new technologies as science advances. As we continue to discover, we can create new fields and professions for young aspiring students like me. With a domain as vast as space, metaphorically and literally, there is no end to all the benefits that can come from exploring the magnificent cosmos. One of the major questions we face today is the possibility of life on other planets. “NASA’s greatest ambition is the hunt for life and a habitat capable of supporting life. Several planned or prepared missions will specifically explore the question of whether or not life exists, or ever existed, elsewhere in our solar system” (Folger 3). This is exactly what we plan to use the Curiosity rover for. The Curiosity MSL (Mars Space Laboratory) rover was launched on November 26, 2011 and landed on Mars on August 6, 2012 (launch 2). “MSL Curiosity's mission is to analyze the climate, geology and habitability of Mars to see if there is or ever was life on Mars. Then, after collecting enough data, he will see if it is feasible to send a manned mission to Mars” (Anthony 2). We are already looking... middle of paper...... it takes more than twelve hours to reach Earth” (Folger 3). Voyager 2 is the more distant of the two spacecraft and will be the first craft to enter interstellar space (3). Since their launch, these two space robots have been sending back data 37 years later (2). All of these robots prove more than a human being the progress we can make when given the right advice and technology. In short, the fastest and most efficient way to explore space would be to build and launch space robots into orbit. This creates many opportunities for scientific discoveries, career creations, and taking a few steps closer to discovering how the universe and everything in it came to be. So, are we really just a bunch of kids and the cosmos is a rough neighborhood? The only way to find out is through discovery, and I know I'll brave this tough neighborhood..