Skyarcher's Thoughts

Time flies!

Wow! I cannot believe that it has been that long since I've updated my blog! That is atrocious!

But, as the adage goes... Time flies when your having fun... really does fit.

I've been having a fantastic time traveling to star parties and dark sky sites, seeing some absolutely amazing views that are indescribable except to say... Out of this world awesome!

I'm learning so much, not only about the sky, but about myself too. I'm learning that it is okay to have fun, to laugh, to smile, to enjoy life again. I still sometimes feel guilty because I am trying to live again, but I know that James would want that if he were still here.

What can I say, I belong to the best astronomical groups! In such a short time, the members that I've met have found a place within my heart. I want to see them exceed in all that they are doing, be it teaching others about astronomy all the way to taking spectacular images of distant galaxies and clusters, not to mention breath-taking nebulas.

Two that I have gotten close to are Margie and Nancy, yes, us girls have to stick together! ;-) Their enthusiam and excitement is infectious and I am thrilled that I know them. Last Friday night a few of us went out to one of our dark sky sites and Margie and I more than made up for the quietness of the night as we found different galaxies and nebula. I'm sure the guys were thinking, either they are crazy or we need to get earplugs! :-D I think though, even they had to have had fun, even if it was through our excitement.

I'll leave you with this view of our biggest star!

Clear skies and remember... Lights down and Stars up!