Tomorrow we will witness an astronomical spectacle that will not be seen again by anyone currently alive. The gear has been double checked, packed and loaded. Telescopes, cameras and computers are ready, with the exception of a few camera batteries awaiting their turn in the charger.
After a great deal of work, the gear is ready, a big source of apprehension has been dealt with. There is some doubt about the weather, with both high winds and possible clouds an issue. But there is nothing I can do about that. I can go into tomorrow and have fun with this event. It will be a very long and tiring day at the summit. Whatever happens, it will be a day for memories.
There is a new blog post entered now, for August 17th, 2017, another five years from now. On that day a total solar eclipse will sweep across the Pacific Northwest. We amateur astronomers schedule our lives a bit further ahead than most. I plan to be there.
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I really enjoyed the video feed of the Venus transit very much. As a young boy growing up in the 60’s and 70’s I was fascinated by the Apollo moon missions, which planted a seed that grew into a never ending curiosity of the heavens. One Christmas my parents gave me a small telescope. At night I would spend many many hours in wondrous fascination while gazing at the night sky through that small scope. While watching your video feed I couldn’t help but recall those special memories. I wish you continued success and look forward to your next video feeds. Thank you again for all your hard work.
Take Care,
Frank
What can I say? Thanks!!