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*I credit Mr. Tucker, my ninth grade science teacher, for sparking my interest in the night sky. Periodically he would set up a telescope on the school grounds and offer anyone who was interested to come by for a look at the heavens. I was fascinated by a close up view of Jupiter and its’ moons. I can just imagine the wonder and excitement Galileo felt when he first set eyes on the beautiful giant.* 2
*For months afterward I would track Jupiter across the sky and peer through binoculars at its moons. It didn’t take me long to realize what a wonderful world of discovery I lived in. I also came to realize how much our Creator must think about us. For Him to even be aware of our existence is just amazing.* 3
*Monday morning I rose early and decided to catch a glimpse of Mars and maybe a meteor or two. I selected a vantage point, my grandparent’s old home place, to get a better view of the night sky. I was there about thirty minutes when I decided to get a different view of the western sky. Then from out of nowhere, the sky lit up as a meteor made a fiery entry into the earth’s atmosphere. It lasted less than a second but it was one of the most awesome sights I have ever witnessed. All the previous sightings paled in comparison. It’s hard to describe exactly what I saw. It reminded me of one of those firework rockets gone horribly astray. A wide streak of blue green light descended straight down a path in the southern sky. It seemed to pulsate with a shower of sparks on its way down. Even after it had disappeared there seemed to be an iridescent glow left by the trail of the meteor. I only saw two more meteors that morning but that single event made the whole venture worth while. I think it was the culmination of a lifetime of stargazing.*4
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excellent...A+
I really like this story...I love looking up at a clear night sky with all of the stars and the moon and mars...I especially love a full moon..it is AWESOME! Good write, my dear Leo
Hey Leo..I was actually looking for your hurricane story..but found this one instead...Where is your hurricane story hiding? You know..the one where you're caught for 32 hrs. on Interstate 45? swp -
excellent
These words describe what a wonderful world that God has created for us to look & enjoy if we take the time. This poet has put into words some of cannot. I myself have looked up into the wonder of the night & often thought of a way to take the ride myself.. wonderful words.. -
How wonderful to witness such an event. I have never seen a meteor shower, but your story makes me feel as if I were right there with you. You and I must've had the same teacher. I wonder, what is it about that grade? Was it our teachers or was it a time that we suddenly became aware, that it was an age of readiness? The excuses to stay out long after the "street lights were on" turned into a love of the midnight skies. I still go outside at night. Thank you for sharing.
~Michelle~
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You know I share your awe and wonder of the cosmos. We have had many discussions of astronomical events and objects. I wish I could have been there with you for this one; it must have been a truly magical moment for you. Thanks for relating such a cool experience.
ken
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Lovely work
Precious write, dearest Stargazer. You have verbalized silent spendour so accurately. An experience of a lifetime.
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I remember the first one I ever saw...it happened so fast I thought I was imagining things... I swear I heard a sound as well. I enjoyed this write very much, I do love the night sky myself.
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This was great! The line about the Creator taking note of us reminded me of a verse in scipture, from the Psalms, I think, that says "For what is man, that thou art mindful of him...." Indeed, His handiwork extends far beyond His human creation! I can't say I've ever been much of a "star gazer," but your description here of the night sky being lit up by the meteor display makes me want to look into it! Another beautiful piece!
Paula
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Oh how I love to star gaze. Knowing that love ones around the world are looking at the same stars, makes me feel close. Nice story leo. You have been busy.
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