Has anyone ever been struck with the value of resources on a cosmic scale?
We put all this emphasis on precious metals and jewels, but the real rarity is petrochemicals. I'm betting Earth and Titan are the only spots in the local neighborhood that have any.
Next time you plant your rosy cheeks down on that plastic toilet seat, take a moment to revel in what an opulent act it is in the context of a galactic scale.
I'm betting landfill mining is going to be big business one of these days.