Philosophical

Ever have that one experience that can change your life forever? With everything available to Amateur Astronomers these days, it's easy to forget what's important in our lives. And this experience relates just such an occasion.

I am amazed how people will help out each other in this great hobby...

Rick Shaffer's heartfelt piece written only a few hours after the Columbia Accident on the morning of February 1, 2003.

"The telescope as a silent sentinel to the gates of the night."