I’m a simple man without a lot of complicated twists and turns. Look down my throat and you can see out my ass. - Liu Cixin

Let’s turn the kindness we show toward the stars to members of the human race on Earth and build up the trust and understanding between the different peoples and civilizations that make up humanity. But for the universe outside the solar system, we should be ever vigilant, and be ready to attribute the worst of intentions to any Others that might exist in space. For a fragile civilization like ours, this is without a doubt the most responsible path.

The creation myths of the various peoples and religions of the world pale when compared to the glory of the big bang.

Mom, I'm going to be a firefly.