i want to be a scientist

an article (http://www.newsintercom.org/index.php?itemid=288) invoked memories that i wanted to an astronaut (which then got reclassified to scientist because that seem slightly more plausible at the age of 12). made me really want to be a scientist. i don't know if it's too late to pursue my dreams, or chase the material gains as reality is "taught" and reminded in our face everyday.

at least i know for sure now that i am not contributing to my nation or the world in the most productive manner if i were to stay.