Monsoon *Bleeagh*

I have put my new binoculars through its paces and it is great! The views are sharp and impressive to the sight, especially when checking out the moon. Even the constellations were distinctively clear and create a sense of nearness despite the astronomical disctance.

I had also taken the scope for a spin or two the last two weeks but due to the weather (monsoon) and the clouds that were around most of the time, star gazing has been kept to the minimum. But in those occasions when I could get clear skies and decent view, I managed to grab a look at Saturn which hangs silently in the eastern sky, making its appearance a little after 1 am.

I should start something exciting again next week and grab a few more Messiers when I am able to because I am off from masses. Hence late night marathons may be possible! :-)