Monthly Archives: September 2010
The Night Sky
No matter how far along you are in your sophistication as an amateur astronomer, there is always one fundamental moment that we all go back to. That is that very first moment that we went out where you could really see the cosmos well and you took in the night sky. For city dwellers, this … Continue reading
The History of Astronomy
If you have a passion for star gazing, telescopes, the Hubble and the universe and this thing we call astronomy, you are far from alone. Of course, we know that astronomy is a highly respected science that has produced some of the most amazing accomplishments of the twentieth century. On top of that, it is … Continue reading
The WOW Hobby
Some people sometimes view hobbies as sometimes silly or frivolous pastimes. And its true some hobbies are like that. But it is healthy to have a hobby because it diversifies our interests and keeps us active and fun to be with. But many hobbies are for the few that really get into that area of … Continue reading
Ascendant sign
Technically speaking, your rising sign, or ascendant, reflects the zodiac sign that was ascending on the Eastern horizon at the moment you took your first breath in this world. This is why an exact birth time is so vital to finding your accurate rising sign. Located on the cusp of the first house of your … Continue reading
Astrological predictions
Opinions about astrological prediction are generally divided. In fact, both views are based on a misunderstanding of the nature of how astrology really works. Though it may come as a surprise to the true believer many astrologers believe that astrology cannot make precise predictions about your future although astrology can indeed reveal the tendencies of … Continue reading