Dublin (Ireland), Earth, Sol System
You know what's funny? How Earth citizens still think they're alone in the universe, and that everybody everywhere lives like them. They're so self-sufficient, so far off from any military presence, and they're so comfortable here in relative peace and quiet, that they forget that there's a whole galaxy bursting with life, and hardship.
On New Lhasa, we are always struggling, and always waiting for the next shipment from the USFP to arrive. We're always dependent on outside technology and resources. Even if New Lhasa's at an advanced stage in its terraforming process, the planet is still extremely harsh and uncomfortable. We hang on because we all know we have a duty, and we have to work hard to ensure the propagation of the human race and values of peace and equality.
Also noteworthy is the size of the colonies. We're talking about 170,000 people on the whole planet. This sure gives you a sense of collectivity. Knowing who exactly we're working for sure gives the whole process a deeper meaning than just going to work for a pay depo.
But on Earth? It's always like "just another day": go to work, have a drink, pass time, discuss politics...
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