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A bit of insomnia led me outside to get this view of the waxing gibbous moon. Hope you enjoy!
John1956PA
(2,675 posts)CaliforniaPeggy
(149,831 posts)My insomnia hit at the right moment! And what a crazy shape.
John1956PA
(2,675 posts)I enjoy observing the changing shapes of the moon throughout the course of the seasons. On December 21, the diameter of the half moon was perpendicular with the horizon. On March 21, it was at a 45-degree angle. Here, on May 2, the diameter is halfway between 45 degrees and perpendicular, which it will reach on June 21. Today's date is three months from Candlemas, otherwise known as Groundhog Day here in Western Pennsylvania. Yes, these dates halfway between equinox and solstice (and halfway between solstice and equinox, such as Candlemas) can produce some odd shapes of the moon when its phase it just right, as it is tonight. Thank you for posting your excellent, high resolution photo of tonight's insomnia-triggering moon.
CaliforniaPeggy
(149,831 posts)I had a really good time taking the photo.
John1956PA
(2,675 posts)I, too, woke up last night about when the moon was at the high point of its arc. I proceeded to do some paperwork for a few hours. Before I went back to sleep after 4:00 AM EDT, I saw your post and commented on it. Thanks for your inspiration in developing a backstory for the May 2nd moon.
CaliforniaPeggy
(149,831 posts)John1956PA
(2,675 posts)When I glanced at your message, I misread it as "Enjoy writing g your baloney." Lol! Yes, I did write the b_______, and I posted it on FB. It is in the form of an image/meme. I will try to get it to you. Thanks for all of your inspiring photos and comments.
CaliforniaPeggy
(149,831 posts)LittleGirl
(8,292 posts)I couldnt sleep last night either.
I hope you are rested today.
CaliforniaPeggy
(149,831 posts)LittleGirl
(8,292 posts)NyQuil tonight for the allergies and should be good to go tomorrow.
We fly to LA Thursday so Im a little excited!
CaliforniaPeggy
(149,831 posts)LittleGirl
(8,292 posts)gademocrat7
(10,688 posts)For sharing this wonderful photo. Take care.
CaliforniaPeggy
(149,831 posts)I'm glad you enjoyed seeing it.
judesedit
(4,443 posts)Thank you, CaliforniaPeggy
CaliforniaPeggy
(149,831 posts)judesedit
(4,443 posts)and sharing your awesome photography with us.
WalkerinSC
(232 posts)well done!
CaliforniaPeggy
(149,831 posts)Sometimes I can do something amazing, and last night was one of those.
George McGovern
(5,420 posts)CaliforniaPeggy
(149,831 posts)There will most definitely be a nap this afternoon! Naps are sooooo restorative!