It’s easy to take things for granted, especially when they are blocked out by tall buildings, smog, and our ever present urge to stare at our feet rather than the heavens.

Should you happen to take the time to look up in the occasionally clear night sky and forget about the million things that are bugging you, you may end up pleasantly surprised. If you really look up at the moon, especially when it’s full and bright in the sky, it is easy to comprehend why it was worshiped in so many cultures (and still is in some)!

Image courtesy of Jason Bache

When was the last time you escaped the confines of the city with its clutter of people, mess and noise? When the sky finally cleared and the air was no longer a chore to breathe, did you appreciate it?

If you live outside the bustling cities, do you know how lucky you are? If the wonder of the heavens isn’t muted by mankind’s attempt to drown it out, do you look?