Blue Heaven
My first look.34 total reviews
Comment from Raffaelina Lowcock
Thank you Sally for this lovely picture and your words about your gift. How truly lovely that you were able to see what you love. I feel for you that your sight is not what it should be and you are in my prayers.
Ralf
reply by the author on 05-Sep-2020
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Thank you Sally for this lovely picture and your words about your gift. How truly lovely that you were able to see what you love. I feel for you that your sight is not what it should be and you are in my prayers.
Ralf
Comment Written 03-Sep-2020
reply by the author on 05-Sep-2020
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Thank you, dear Ralf. I'm delighted to share this with you. Sending you my best today as always,
Sal XOs.....
Comment from Father Flaps
Hi Sally,
I was also in awe the first time I looked at the moon through a telescope. Here was this gigantic object orbiting the earth, and I could actually see it move. I'd have to adjust the ocular lens many times because it's not only the moon that's moving. The earth is moving as well. Have you seen Saturn yet? or the ET Cluster? They are also magnificent.
I have often wondered why God created so much out there in space. Perhaps He was enjoying himself so much that He just got carried away. Or, perhaps He needed to create so many stars and planets to keep the earth safe. Or more broadly, to keep our particular solar system safe. We'll find out someday.
We ask questions about God... why this? why that? ... but He has it all under control. Our ways are not His ways. We don't see things as clearly as He does. I am reminded of this song from long ago...
https://youtu.be/OUlhZtV_UCU
Hugs,
Kimbob
reply by the author on 01-Sep-2020
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Hi Sally,
I was also in awe the first time I looked at the moon through a telescope. Here was this gigantic object orbiting the earth, and I could actually see it move. I'd have to adjust the ocular lens many times because it's not only the moon that's moving. The earth is moving as well. Have you seen Saturn yet? or the ET Cluster? They are also magnificent.
I have often wondered why God created so much out there in space. Perhaps He was enjoying himself so much that He just got carried away. Or, perhaps He needed to create so many stars and planets to keep the earth safe. Or more broadly, to keep our particular solar system safe. We'll find out someday.
We ask questions about God... why this? why that? ... but He has it all under control. Our ways are not His ways. We don't see things as clearly as He does. I am reminded of this song from long ago...
https://youtu.be/OUlhZtV_UCU
Hugs,
Kimbob
Comment Written 01-Sep-2020
reply by the author on 01-Sep-2020
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Thank you so much, dear Kimbob. No, I have only clear night. I hope to catch the upcoming full moon if we have clear skies tonight. The hurricanes stirred up moisture and rains have been abundant. It rained here all day yesterday. I'm pleased you enjoyed this and thanks so much for the link.
Sending you my best today as always,
Sal XOs.....
Comment from Cindy Decker
Sally, I love this beautiful essay true story about stargazing! The photo of the moon is beautiful. I've used telescopes before, but I'm thinking of getting an inexpensive one to keep.
I'm so glad you can see heavenly objects, Sally.
Blessings,
Good luck in the contest,
Cindy
reply by the author on 05-Sep-2020
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Sally, I love this beautiful essay true story about stargazing! The photo of the moon is beautiful. I've used telescopes before, but I'm thinking of getting an inexpensive one to keep.
I'm so glad you can see heavenly objects, Sally.
Blessings,
Good luck in the contest,
Cindy
Comment Written 30-Aug-2020
reply by the author on 05-Sep-2020
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Thank you for the stellar review and glorious stars, dear Cindy. I am over the moon! :) :)
Sending you my best today as always and blessings in Christ,.
Sal XOs.....
Comment from eliz100
This is a wonderful commentary on your love of astronomy.
what a perfect gift your husband gave you, a chance to re-. see the heavens. Your writing allowed this to be any easy read.
reply by the author on 06-Sep-2020
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This is a wonderful commentary on your love of astronomy.
what a perfect gift your husband gave you, a chance to re-. see the heavens. Your writing allowed this to be any easy read.
Comment Written 29-Aug-2020
reply by the author on 06-Sep-2020
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Thank you for the lovely review and kind compliments. It is so appreciated. Sending you my best today as,
Sally xo
Comment from Mary Kay Bonfante
Beautiful biopic (no pun intended) of a wonderful experience for your birthday! I wish I could see the photo, but either something in my phone or in the FanStory software is preventing me from seeing it.
What a loving gift from Jackson, knowing your passions, your fading eyesight and how deeply you would treasure such a gift. Your account is very well written and expressed.
The video is icing on the cake.
reply by the author on 07-Sep-2020
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Beautiful biopic (no pun intended) of a wonderful experience for your birthday! I wish I could see the photo, but either something in my phone or in the FanStory software is preventing me from seeing it.
What a loving gift from Jackson, knowing your passions, your fading eyesight and how deeply you would treasure such a gift. Your account is very well written and expressed.
The video is icing on the cake.
Comment Written 29-Aug-2020
reply by the author on 07-Sep-2020
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Aw, thank you so much, my dear one. I'm so glad I could share this with you. I'm delighted you enjoyed it all. :)
Sending you my best today as always,
Sal XOs.......
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You're very welcome, dear Sally. And I did enjoy it, even the photo, which I was eventually able to see, because it showed up when I tapped your Portfolio. So gorgeous! Your Jackson is a generous giver. God bless you both. Love, Mary Kay xoxo
Comment from barbara.wilkey
I really enjoyed reading this post. Astronomy is fascinating. I am glad you have a telescope. My husband has one and we both enjoy it. A few years ago we took a vacation to West Texas and took a Star Gazing Tour. It was great.
reply by the author on 07-Sep-2020
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I really enjoyed reading this post. Astronomy is fascinating. I am glad you have a telescope. My husband has one and we both enjoy it. A few years ago we took a vacation to West Texas and took a Star Gazing Tour. It was great.
Comment Written 29-Aug-2020
reply by the author on 07-Sep-2020
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A star gazing tour sounds divine. I'm so glad you enjoyed my backyard view. Sending you my best today as always,
Sal XOs.....
Comment from Sandra du Plessis
A very well-written prose about your new gift that makes it possible for you to see the moon through the telescope must be a great experience. The photo is excellent and gives us a glimpse of what you see.
reply by the author on 07-Sep-2020
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A very well-written prose about your new gift that makes it possible for you to see the moon through the telescope must be a great experience. The photo is excellent and gives us a glimpse of what you see.
Comment Written 29-Aug-2020
reply by the author on 07-Sep-2020
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Thank you so much for the lovely review and kind compliments, dear Sandra. Much appreciated. I'm glad you enjoyed this
Sal XOs......
Comment from forestport12
This reminded me of how God created the day light, the sun, then the lesser light. But when we are surrounded by darkness, God's nightlight reminds me of his tender care for us to be guided and liberated by it during our darkest moments. Lovely and resolute.
reply by the author on 29-Aug-2020
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This reminded me of how God created the day light, the sun, then the lesser light. But when we are surrounded by darkness, God's nightlight reminds me of his tender care for us to be guided and liberated by it during our darkest moments. Lovely and resolute.
Comment Written 28-Aug-2020
reply by the author on 29-Aug-2020
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Thank you very much for the wonderful review! Sal xo
Comment from royowen
Oh yes indeed, God is an awesome God, (reminds me of a song) beautifully written Sally, I can only say amen to all these mighty words you have written and expressed, you and God are a wonder. Well done, Blessings Roy,
reply by the author on 29-Aug-2020
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Oh yes indeed, God is an awesome God, (reminds me of a song) beautifully written Sally, I can only say amen to all these mighty words you have written and expressed, you and God are a wonder. Well done, Blessings Roy,
Comment Written 28-Aug-2020
reply by the author on 29-Aug-2020
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Dear Roy, thank you very much for the lovely review and comments. Sally xo
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Comment from WalkerMan
What a delightful surprise birthday present from your loving husband, Sal!
Thank you for showing us your first photo through the telescope. The details of this half moon, particularly of the craters at the illumination boundary, are fascinating. No doubt you'll have a lot of fun with this, both from just looking at what you couldn't see before and from taking more such pictures to keep and share with your grandkids (and us).
Yes, we all ought to consider the magnificence of our universe and the splendor of all God put in it, including our beautiful Earth and the great diversity of interdependent life on and in its land, in its waters, and in its air, made possible by the water cycle, the tidal cycles caused by the moon's exact mass and distance, and the photosynthesis process through which plants convert carbon dioxide to oxygen in order to build their structure. Any clear thinker can see that none of it is mere accident or coincidence; and every aspect of it, including every life, has a purpose within the whole.
Superb.
reply by the author on 29-Aug-2020
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What a delightful surprise birthday present from your loving husband, Sal!
Thank you for showing us your first photo through the telescope. The details of this half moon, particularly of the craters at the illumination boundary, are fascinating. No doubt you'll have a lot of fun with this, both from just looking at what you couldn't see before and from taking more such pictures to keep and share with your grandkids (and us).
Yes, we all ought to consider the magnificence of our universe and the splendor of all God put in it, including our beautiful Earth and the great diversity of interdependent life on and in its land, in its waters, and in its air, made possible by the water cycle, the tidal cycles caused by the moon's exact mass and distance, and the photosynthesis process through which plants convert carbon dioxide to oxygen in order to build their structure. Any clear thinker can see that none of it is mere accident or coincidence; and every aspect of it, including every life, has a purpose within the whole.
Superb.
Comment Written 28-Aug-2020
reply by the author on 29-Aug-2020
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Thank you very much for this wonderful review and kindest comments... and shin stars! I'm glad you have the time to review and enjoy the view along with me. I think the ones that know God and walk with Him, enjoyed this the most. You don't have to be a scientist or an astronomy lover to appreciate these beautiful sights. I hope to become more proficient, but I will take one day at a time. Sending you my best today as always,
Sal :))
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You are most welcome, Sal. Yes, you are absolutely right about WHO appreciates the beauty all around us and WHY.
-- Mike