{"id":375799,"date":"2026-04-05T05:03:13","date_gmt":"2026-04-05T05:03:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/il\/375799\/"},"modified":"2026-04-05T05:03:13","modified_gmt":"2026-04-05T05:03:13","slug":"why-a-seasoned-journalists-childlike-joy-at-the-artemis-ii-launch-is-worth-celebrating","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/il\/375799\/","title":{"rendered":"Why a seasoned journalist\u2019s childlike joy at the Artemis II launch is worth celebrating"},"content":{"rendered":"

When the Apollo 11<\/a> space shuttle launched in 1969<\/a>, millions of people gathered around their TVs to watch it live. The idea that humans could land on the moon<\/a> a mere 66 years after the Wright Brothers\u2019 first flight here on Earth inspired awe around the world.<\/p>\n

Since then, we\u2019ve seen countless rocket launches<\/a>. But that doesn\u2019t make a historic mission any less awe-inspiring<\/a> to witness in person, as evidenced by BBC Science Editor Rebecca Morelle\u2019s giddy reaction<\/a> to watching the Artemis II shuttle launch in person.<\/p>\n

Morelle reported on the launch as it happened with refreshing, childlike joy. Journalists are trained to be dispassionate, and Morelle is a seasoned professional. But her spontaneous \u201cOh my goodness, that is spectacular!\u201d and the tears in her eyes as she described what she was seeing revealed the emotion of the moment.<\/p>\n

Watch:<\/p>\n

Morelle\u2019s awe and wonder were palpable. They were also understandable. The historic Artemis II mission will take astronauts around the moon, farther from Earth than any humans have ever gone before. And as Morelle said, Artemis is the most powerful rocket NASA has ever built. That\u2019s worth getting excited about, especially if you love science as much as she does.<\/p>\n

However, some can\u2019t help but question the authenticity of moments like this. Some have become cynical from the chaos in the world. Younger generations may see such emotional expression as \u201ccringe.\u201d Some may be skeptical of taking this science reporter\u2019s emotions at face value.<\/p>\n

But the tears in her eyes and her gasps of wonder tell a story of genuine joy. And many of the comments demonstrate people\u2019s need for positivity:<\/p>\n

\u201cThey sent the right reporter!<\/p>\n

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Love her excitement.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cI\u2019m glad they sent someone as excited as her to be there.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cHer excitement is literally so amazing during these dark dark times.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cShe is the sweetest. Life needs more joy.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cAdorable. Protect her at all costs.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cAgreed. I like watching people who enjoy their job. Makes me enjoy it more!\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cYeah, it is important to always align work with people\u2019s passions. She loves being there. Good work, BBC.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cHaving watched a rocket launch in person from the Saturn V center (which is where they\u2019re at) it\u2019s honestly impossible to NOT get excited. The feeling is electrifying and you really feel the force of your rocket through your bones.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cWatching any launch is insane, being there is an event. She\u2019s 1000% justified and I love her not being modest for performance sake.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cDear world. It\u2019s okay to celebrate and be happy.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cSadly, it\u2019s a sign of the times we live in. People have lost their joy and view everything through a lens of negativity. Unfortunately, we\u2019re bombarded with assaults against humanity on a daily basis and people have become desensitized to their natural emotions and have become guarded. It is what it is unfortunately.\u201d<\/p>\n

So many people are weary of negativity and thirsty for genuine joy. Seeing Morelle\u2019s pure, wholesome display of emotion feels like a balm for our battered spirits. Indeed, joy is good for both our physical and mental health<\/a>, so indulging it makes good sense. If cynicism is a poison, this video is the antidote.<\/p>\n

Thank you, Rebecca Morelle, for letting this moment take you for an emotional ride, and for bringing us all along with you. So many of us needed that.<\/p>\n

The post Why a seasoned journalist\u2019s childlike joy at the Artemis II launch is worth celebrating<\/a> appeared first on Upworthy<\/a>.<\/p>\n