December 22, 2010 by Conway

Last night, we gazed up at the sky to watch as the full Moon wandered into Earth’s shadow.  Our excitement surged as darkness crept across the surface of the Moon.  As my eyes adjusted, I noticed the ruddy color that had been predicted.

Astronomical events bring great questions to mind.  Why is this particular time so special?  How often does a Lunar Eclipse occur on the date of the northern winter solstice?  How many people have looked up at the sky during a Lunar Eclipse without the benefit of knowing what to expect?  Why do words and photographs fail to convey the depth of what it means to experience such events in person?  When will be the next time that I look up at the sky with great expectations?