There are many differences between humans and the rest of the species on earth But one that has been expressed is that we alone are able to imagine the future For a long time, I, and perhaps you, have dreaded that future But now it's becoming apparent that it's not all doom and gloom There's a chance for us to make amends To complete our journey of development, manage our impact And once again become a species in balance with nature All we need is the will to do so We now have the opportunity to create the perfect home for ourselves And restore the rich, healthy and wonderful world that we inherited Just imagine that