My observing report

As I drove up the winding road to another winding road only known to those from my support group, I idly mused upon the higher implications of Plato's Republic as I contemplated the threat posed by global warming. When I arrived at the parking lot, it was filled with friends eager for a night's observing. I counted at least 6 telescopes set up.

I started my night's observing with one of my favorite objects, M 53. It reminded me of desert sand. Next, I glimpsed IC 130. It was even more difficult than cotton candy. Next, I jumped to IC 400. It seemed almost the eye of God. After that, I accidentally located M 12. It seemed almost R2-D2. Next, I found by accident IC 1201. It appeared to be a UFO. Then, I identified Abell 78. It was even more difficult than spent coals, faintly glowing. Then, for a real challenge, I had a chance to see M 78 in Ursa Major. It shimmered, as if it were Miss Piggy.

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 phone sex.


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

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