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A Highly Unusual Sky

I've been trying to get outdoors with my telescopes this summer but there have been a number of obstacles to this seemingly simple endeavor.  Most importantly, the skies on most days and nights have been obscured by clouds or fog. On the rare occasion when the sun is shining (and it has been very rare this summer), it has been incredibly hazy ruining any chance of seeing detail on the sun. The very few clear nights we've had have been incredibly hazy too.  Another big problem we've had this summer is a big Black Bear wandering around our neighborhood at night, getting into things and causing a big stir. I have no desire to have this bear join me out there in the darkness so I've been reluctant to get out there even on the rare hazy, mediocre nights. We've been struggling with some health issues in recent weeks so when Friday came around last week, we were both planning to eat dinner, watch a little television and then head to bed as early as possible. Neither

Looking Forward to the Lake

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View of the night sky just after sunset from the deck. I think it is safe to say that we are all looking forward to heading to the lake. As I sit here typing this post, I can hear the rain falling outside my window and I can't help but hope the weather is nicer very soon. There is sailing to do... kayaks to paddle... swimming to be done... short hikes to be done... socializing with guests... a lot of photos to shoot... and simply enjoying ourselves every moment of every day. I'd prefer not to be doing all of this in the rain! Well, really, I'd prefer not to be doing any of that in the rain! Adam is graduating high school on Saturday so he is busy this week with finals and some last minute projects. I know he is looking forward to getting back out on the sailboat. I notice him eyeing the boat whenever he is in the yard. I am sure he is definitely ready to be graduating high school! So Adam is a bit antsy to get to the lake as well. I'm sure Sheila is looking