Lunar eclipse

There will be a total eclipse of the moon on Feb 20 (or 21, depending where you are), not to be repeated until Dec 2010. There is more information on the NASA website.

I'm looking forward to seeing it. These types of natural display are awe-inspiring, and can serve as reminders that humans are all just living here on our one little planet. It brings needed perspective to our problems. We also should not underestimate the importance of having a conscious attitude toward the eclipse (say, one of awe). In history, eclipses often meant societal chaos or breakdown because they were approached with an attitude of fear, or superstition, or some other interpretation. The eclipse is always just the eclipse: What we make of it is our own choice. (And that's true about... well, just about everything). Enjoy Wed evening!