My fellow Earthicans

I've been watching the documentary series "Planet Earth" on the Discovery Channel for the past few weeks. Seeing in on an HDTV makes me want to go buy one for no other reason. It's stunning how diverse our planet really is. Sometimes you can get so caught up in living you life that you can forget how immense this world we live in is.

This image here is of a snow leopard, rarely seen in the wild, and there's a great chase scene that's never been caught on film before. There are several instances throughout the series where I'm left with my jaw on the floor, in wonder at the creation that God has made. It's a worship experience for me. Understanding the scope and size of creation, and how God has placed us humans as the pinnacle of creation, makes me feel small and important at the same time.

The coolest feature is "Capturing the Moment" at the end of each episode, where they show you exactly what the crew goes through to get the best shots possible. From polar bear attacks to sub-zero temperatures, to over three months of no sightings, it's really interesting to see the amount of dedication it takes to showcase all of earth's wonders.

By the way, if you missed it on TV, the DVD comes out on April 24. I think it's a must-own for HDTV-owners and nature buffs.