Thanks to all who came out - maybe 30 or so folks and 20ish telescopes! I'm especially grateful for the warm welcome for us newbies and the help and advice from the older hands (not necessarily in age). A very special thanks to Jennifer for the brownies! I can only speak for the frosted, but it was delicious! There is nothing like chocolate to compensate for miserable conditions - like clear skies, no light pollution, and good folks. The chocolate made it all bearable<g> I'm only sorry I couldn't stay longer, but now that I know what to expect, we'll make more elaborate plans. Clear skies and keep the shiny side up. Fran McHugh Winslow, AZ -- See message header for info on list archives or unsubscribing, and please send personal replies to the author, not the list.