My observing report

As I drove up the winding road to Twin Peaks, I idly mused upon the inner workings of Norse mythology as I contemplated the approaching back of the front... would seeing and transparancy improve soon?. When I arrived at the parking lot, it was filled with friends eager for a night's observing. I counted at least 3 telescopes set up.

I started my night's observing with one of my favorite objects, M 106. It glowed, rather like whipped cream. Next, attacking my personal nemesis, I hunted for NGC 5186. It was as bright as ripples of water. After that, I checked off M 14. It appeared to be Smokey the Bear. Then, for a real challenge, I helped a beginner find Abell 6. It was a dead ringer for two scoops of spumoni ice cream. Next, I had a chance to see Abell 65. It appeared as dancing elephants.

After a short break to empty my output buffers, I identified M 30 in Lynx. It reminded me of the clouds I'd seen earlier. Next, attacking my personal nemesis, I stumbled upon M 46. It was like an inflamed monkey butt. Next, I checked off Abell 81. It would be easy to confuse with diamonds on light grey velvet.

After a short break to warm up in the car, I accidentally located B 153 in Canis Major. It somewhat resembled the eye of God. Then, I tried for IC 339. It seemed most like the exhaust from a diesel Suburban.

Finally, it was time to pack up and leave. As I drove home, I contemplated the events of the night, and realized that any night out under the sky with good friends is better than being ravaged by savage wild wombats.


    ...Akkana (with help from David North, Jane Houston Jones, and Bill Arnett) .

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