Leo dutifully woke us this morning, scratching and exploring on his nocturnal rounds, to watch the meteor shower. While we did see a few meteors, I think we may have been a bit early to catch the most significant action (just found out that 5 AM might have been the best time).
We did, however, make some interesting observations in the cold, early morning.
- Google Sky Maps points the way to the Gemini twins constellation (and nearby Orion) without trouble.
- Leo observed that there are many sounds in our neighborhood at night. Including roosters, dogs, cats, and sprinklers (can't figure out why the neighbor is so intent on watering the brown grass in December?).
- I remember that laying on the ground, watching the stars gives a connection to our Earth like no other.
- One of these days, we would like to have a drum circle and celebrate the meteor shower with our friends and family.
- It can be difficult to rise for work after celebrating the astrological wonders of our universe, but totally worth it.
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I was just reading this and sent you an e-mail and then went to your blog--should have known you would already know. Mom
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