Astromart

March 9, 2005 05:49 PM Forum: Equipment Talk

Did you have a DREAM telescope as a kid?

Well, as a youngster I always dreamed about owning a beautiful 8" LX-200 scope... you know, electronics, computers, GOTO, the bells & whistles that at that time seemed unreachable... for me.

Then I came to this wonderful country (USA), and after some years of hard work & dedication I realized not only my dream of having a wonderful home & family, but also I currently own a 10" LX-200GPS (not to mention some other stuff). So I would say yes, mine became a reality... wink

Thanks for such an interesting thread, and clear skies to all! 8)

March 9, 2005 06:08 PM Forum: CCD Imaging and Processing/Deep Sky

NGC 1877 Reflection Nebula

Posted By Ivan Gastaldo

Great shot Jim! Beautiful colors & detail!

Thank you! wink

March 9, 2005 06:10 PM Forum: CCD Imaging and Processing/Deep Sky

Vanuatu Milky Way

Posted By Ivan Gastaldo

Great shot Greg!
The tree gives it a nice 3D effect! wink

March 10, 2005 04:41 PM Forum: CCD Imaging and Processing/Deep Sky

M101 from Utah

Posted By Ivan Gastaldo

Nicely done Tyler, specially considering your conditions... you came up with nice detail & colors... nice processing... wink

Thanks for the hard work! 8)

March 10, 2005 05:54 PM Forum: Equipment Talk

Under 30 club?

Posted By Ivan Gastaldo

Personally, I don't see why Astronomy would make you feel "older"... but I can certainly see why it could make you feel "smarter"...

I'm 39 going to be 40 in July (wife, 3 kids, job, bills...), so I cannot be part of your club... that's too bad... somebody pass me a Kleenex wink

LOL!

Clear skies, my young friends! (and my older ones too!) wink

March 12, 2005 12:40 AM Forum: CCD Imaging and Processing/Deep Sky