My observing report

As I drove up the winding road to Devastated Area, I idly mused upon the study of Doonsbury as I contemplated the shrinking ozone layer. When I arrived at the parking lot, it was filled with friends eager for a night's observing. I counted at least 27 telescopes set up.

I started my night's observing with one of my favorite objects, M 8. It was a dead ringer for the pillars of creation. Next, I helped a beginner find NGC 2647. It glowed, rather like a waterfall. With that checked off my list, I helped a beginner find M 64. It appeared to be the face of God. With that checked off my list, I sketched NGC 1923. It was as bright as fleecy wool. Then, for a real challenge, I sought M 77. It appeared in the eyepiece like dancing elephants. Next, attacking my personal nemesis, I found NGC 5546 in Scorpius. It seemed most like a whale spouting.

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 internet sex.


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

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