Take A Step on the Moon

When I was entering high school the Soviet Union had just put Yuri Gargain into space on April 12, 1961.  Americans were stunned that the Russians were capable of this and a young President, John F. Kennedy, captured the moment and inspired us to put a man on the moon by the end of the decade.  Scientists, engineers, astronauts, and everyday people from all over the United States were captivated by this possibility and went to work.  New technologies were invented.  New things were tried—some successful, others became what Edison referred to as “one more way NOT to build a light bulb.”  Activity was everywhere—focused with laser precision on the end in mind, a man on the moon before 1970. 

The journey to the moon begin with a dream and resulted from many people putting a “best foot forward” every day for nearly 10 years.  Many times egos were hurt, but in the end, it was worth the effort.  When Neil Armstrong landed on the moon and descended from the capsule, before he stepped onto the surface of the moon he said, “This is one small step for a man, one giant leap for mankind.”  Armstrong, like so many before him in this project, put his “best foot forward.

We can think of many examples of taking that all important step in both fictional and real characters.  Consider Forest Gump as he traveled across the United States putting one foot in front of the other.  Think about Gandhi and Cesar Chavez who through peaceful means changed the trajectory of the people they represented.  And of course the Tortoise in the Tortoise and the Hare is a prime example of keeping focused on the prize.  Think about the Little Engine that Could, who continued to be successful when others had given up.  All started with one small step as these characters and people began by putting a best foot forward.  You can do it too!  We’re here to help you as a One Stop Shop.  Let us know how we can help.  Contact us at support@consultfourkids.com