So as you may know, the first recognised 'Man on the Moon', Neil Armstrong, passed away yesterday. His death is of course a sad one, but it got me to thinking.

When I was young I wanted to be an astronaut, like lots of kids, and be the first person to walk on Mars. Obviously this hasn't quite worked out for me, since space exploration seems to be more costly than beneficial. Also I can't imagine having the physical fitness required to be selected for such a mission, or any mission at all involving space.

Besides, I've now found a career which I have a great deal more passion for than space exploration. Although I am sometimes a little curious.

So I'm curious, did you have any lofty career aspirations as a child which have now become harsh reminders of how much of a failure you are?

Or are you glad in some way that you decided not to pursue those goals?

Or perhaps have you found a better career to pursue which you are now pursuing or working in?