The Earth is the only world known so far to harbor life There is nowhere else, at least in the near future To which our species could migrate Visit, yes Settle, not yet Like it or not, for the moment the Earth is where we make our stand It has been said that astronomy Is a humbling and character-building experience There is perhaps no better demonstration Of the folly of human conceits Than this distant image of our tiny world To me, it underscores our responsibility To deal more kindly with one another And to preserve and cherish the pale blue dot The only home we've ever known