October Keeps Its Promise
October keeps its promise of being one of the most dramatic months of the year for vibrant color, in bold […]
celestial updates
Pegasus and Scary Dead Things
The 19th century American poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow described the constellation Pegasus as a “wondrous winged steed, with mane of […]
Saturn Turns Direct and Time Moves On
The planets, in their orbital rhythms, are like mighty instruments of time, though each with its own mood. And this […]
Shepherds and Kings
The shepherd has taken the West wind gently in hand while the king stands guard over the dragon, where that […]
Michael and the Dragon
In Book I of Edmund Spencer’s epic poem “The Faerie Queene,” there’s a terrific tale of a battle between the […]
The Axis of Dante in the Stars
Dante Alighieri’s epic poem “The Divine Comedy” is regarded as one of the most influential works of art in western […]
When the Harmony of the Cosmos Fills the Soul
Monday September 6, 2021 brings the last New Moon of the Summer, and I’m observing it by celebrating my ninth […]
Moon at Dawn, Venus at Dusk
There’s a discernible pulse, like a heartbeat, sounding out in the star picture this week, culminating Sunday, August 5th, when […]
The Truth About Blue Moons
There’s a True Blue Moon headed our way Sunday, August 22nd, so here’s my two cents to add to the […]
Mary Stewart Adams’ recommendations included in MLive Best Tips for Stargazing in Michigan
I’m pleased to share this article by Emily Bingham at MLive, for all the best stargazing tips this week of […]