Another Try

Back when we actually had clear skies, about a month ago, I made another attempt a shooing M-31 (Andromeda Galaxy) through my ST80 refractor. I made a few improvements over my first attempt. Here's a side-by-side comparison... The new on… more »

Return to Astrophotography

Way back when I was into amateur astronomy and astrophotography. You can see some of my previous work here. Fiscal realities at the time (college student) forced me to get rid of my equipment and go on a hiatus from the skies. Recently, I've been it… more »

Raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens...

It's been more than a week since I last posted, but I just haven't had much to say, so here's a list of my favorite web sites in no particular order: Bad Astronomy Science-Base Medicine Pharyngula Respectful Insolence Science Blogs XKCD… more »

So long, XM Radio...

Sometimes, change is not always for the better. Ever sing the XM-Sirius satellite radio merger, I've become more unhappy with my XM radio every day. The one music station that I listened to has been neutered and is not essentially top 40 from the 199… more »