Welcome: Introduce yourself

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Stardad50 — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 03:22:40 GMT

No problem here just love my adventures in the night sky and learning all tha t I can and sharing what I've enjoyed along the way. Thanks for the invite and look foreward to the adventures into the dark nights. "Heads up and eyes bright".

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kopernicus — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 17:30:08 GMT

hello all. I look forward to learn new things here and meet new friends. I have a question: I live in Los Angeles, California ( outside the city with a good sky viewing conditions). My girlfriend is now in Buenos Aires (2 hours outside the city with a good sky viewing conditions). I’d like to connect with her via common star in the night sky that we both can easily identify and see at the exact moment. Is this possible? Thanks

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Poppa Chris — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:57:43 GMT

Like the prodigal son, I'm home to the hobby again. Bought my first scope in 1973, a Criterion "Dynascope" 6" f/8 Newtonian. Pressures of work and sending kids to college, etc. led me astray for awhile. Now "I'm Baaaccckk!!!" I have grandkids to teach the wonders of the night sky. Heaven knows the school system doesn't do the subject justice.
Besides, every grandpa needs a wholesome project to share with his progeny.

From Louisiana, - "Poppa" Chris

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sani — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 06:14:09 GMT

Hi to everyone,

It is very glad to be a part of the member of this forum. It gives me more interesting to stay there. I am really get amazed over the forum posts.

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Bodryn — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 04:07:14 GMT

I am an amateur who has been inactive for the last decade. Have been out of touch with current astronomy events, so am getting back in touch. I have a Celestron C-8 and an original Meade 10" f/6.3 along with other smaller glass.

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Undead — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 22:24:19 GMT

Hello all,

I joined the community about a week ago and have been lurking around the forums. I have been interested in astronomy since I was a kid. Then my high school had a planetarium, and that get me even more interested. After HS, life happened. Now, 20 years later, I am taking up the hobby again.

I have a variety of books, pc programs, etc, but am missing a key piece of equipment. My Orion xt8 is on order and should ship soon!

I don't have any expectations. I don't care what I see, I'm easy that way. (though saturn and jupiter would really make my day. Andromeda would be cool too... )

Hope to become an active member of the forums!

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NYAstronomy — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 20:29:34 GMT

Hi!

I stumbled across this forum while Googling something else entirely. Great luck! This looks like it'll be a fun read.

I studied astronomy back in the day, but I kind of moved away from it until recently. Now I've started doing a fair amount of astronomy writing, which seems to be pulling me back in the celestial direction. Next thing you know, I'll be trying to afford a telescope again... :)

Nice to meet you all!

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Scorpiorising — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 17:39:25 GMT

Hello,

I'm relatively new to astronomy and suffer from all of the usual symptoms. I just can't seem to get enough of this stuff.

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mad cow cam — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 23:51:05 GMT

Hello from Ohio,

I am new to this forum and been stargazing for a few years now.... still a lot to learn.

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jodoak — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 19:04:55 GMT

to the forums, jturie. Good luck on your investigation and hopefull purchase of a telescope. Look forward to hearing more from you.

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jturie — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 18:48:56 GMT

Hello, just joined a few minutes ago. I have been interested in Astronomy since I got a junk department store telescope back in the early 60's. Every now and then over the years I would resubscribe to Astronomy mag and attend a local star party in the Valley Forge PA area, but just never had the time and money to invest in getting into the hobby the "right" way.

Now that the kids are grown and gone, it is a good time to get going. I happened upon a copy of "The Backyard Astronomers Guide" in Barnes and Noble last month, bought it on a whim, and got all kinds of excited. I hadn't realized that the state-of-the-art in telescopes had leaped forward AND had gotten more affordable. The local telescope shop in Pottstown PA (Skies Unlimited) had an expo a little while back which I attended. Got to meet Al Nagler...kind of cool.

Currently researching telescopes (I have a pair of 7x50 Orion binocs that I bought 15 years ago) for a good startup. I'll be wandering around this forum for some equipment feedback.

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Kevin Bozard — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 18:17:04 GMT

to the forum Stringgene. Your discussions on the BB can be posted in the Cosmology section. Good luck.

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Stringgene — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 17:58:06 GMT

Hey, I look forward to some lively discussion. I have tried with other discussion forums, but they generally are unable to accept differing opinions and views. Unfortunately astronomy is a religion with many folk, especially regarding the "Big Bang Theory". I have a new theory i would love to discuss. One that covers all the bases, and set s the stage for a unified theory, and does away with the need for dark matter. But I want to be sure to post it in the proper place... so as not to offend anyone, which in the end may be unavoidable, considering the religious following of the BBT. any help is appreciated:) i better qualify my opinion. When i say religious, I mean: Merriam-Webster's Online Dictionary: "a cause, principle, or system of beliefs held to with ardor and faith."

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FIREFLY — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 23:07:33 GMT

Good Afternoon, I want to thank all of you who have shared salutations and greetings. You have made a neophyte feel as one with you. Astronomy has always been a passion of mine. The night-sky, a silent, awe-inspiring, beautiful, lover who is always there, to provide solace. I have been away too long, and am gratified to have found like minded "children of the night". May our association be educational and enjoyable

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BlueStar — Sat, 03 Oct 2009 04:06:36 GMT

Hello,

I just stumbled on this forum and have been impressed with the discussions here. I have always had great curiosity about the nature of the universe and I am looking forward to being part of this community.

Thanks for providing me with this opportunity.

Uday