My Calendar

How do you mark the passing of time?
This morning I woke up at 6AM and was looking at the constellation Scorpio out of my southern facing bedroom window. The Scorpion is a summer constellation!
It probably sounds pretty lame or like I must have a boring life, but I find it kind of exciting to see this nighttime summer constellation in February's early morning sky. It means summer is on the way!

I really do look forward to the changing night sky and I watch the stars as we make our annual orbit around the sun. The winter sky is beautiful and exhibits many bright stars. However, long observations of the winter sky can be challenging when it is just too damn cold outside to enjoy it. 
One of these days I should up my telescope game and replace the beginner's 60mm refractor that I've had for more than 30 years. Or maybe I'll just continue to observe the universe with a simple magnifier or the naked eye. 

In any case, seeing the early sky this morning is a great way to begin the day.
My other calendar reminds me of an early morning doctor's appointment. Regular check ups with a dermatologist are important for a guy that loves being in the sun as much as I do.

I hope you have a great day, too!

John