Moving to the Moo Ban - Permanently????

[El Gibbon]

Yep, just me...

When I walked into the office she was still in the car getting hair and makeup sorted....

She followed shortly.

E. G.

[El Gibbon]

One thing I've noticed living here in the boonies is the major change in air quality. Having lived in urban areas for the last few years I didn't realize how pleasurable it can be.

I do like to be outdoors, sharing a few bottles of Leo or a glass of gin with family and friends around the ole cement table in the evening is peacefull and stress free.

I've noted on several occasions that while sitting there I can easily discern Orion's Belt, even though there is a local light source. Naked eye astronomy can be difficult even in the best of circumstances with light pollution, haze and smog. Generally, unless your in really great spots these pollutants prevent even modest success in viewing the night sky.

I can also see Pleodes if I step out of the light to the side of the building. It is a little more difficult as you have to use the "peripheral method" of sighting. I am sure that I could separate the 'cloud' of Pleodes into the Seven Sisters with a very modest pair of binoculars. Gotta get me some.

With the topography of Thailand in general, you are provided with full horizons for viewing. If you are interested there are several books on Naked Eye Astronomy available. They do a decent job of getting you started in viewing with the naked eye and with using binoculars. It is a great activity with children and a good learning experience for them.

E. G.