A Night At McDonald Observatory
“If the stars should appear one night in a thousand years, how would men believe and adore; and preserve for many generations the remembrance of the city of God which […]
February 2016
Solar Fun
As you may be aware, it is not dark out 24 hours a day. At least not on our planet. Unfortunately for you astronomy lovers and romantics, the Sun does […]
Getting Started
Started in what, you ask? Astronomy. The study of the night skies, and the objects that inhabit it. Welcome to the refined, refocused and reenergized Sommer Nights. I am a […]
The Old Giant
I don’t usually get overly emotional about trees. At least not individual trees. Their collective importance to the world is without doubt vital; they are part of the breathing world, […]
Yet Another Bad PR Day For The F-35 Lightning II
Trending today: The F-35 Lightening II, which has not exactly had a great time in development, and has been plagued by negative press since day one. Long story short, the […]