should be pretty nice viewing..check it out

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/29430157/

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Yeah that's been happening quite often this winter, but I read in this article this will be the last time for a while.

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It looks to be a clear night...nice viewing.

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I was playing with Skymap on my new G1 (google phone) and noticed that. In Michigan its too cloudy to look at the stars so we use tech.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kzCj7-3S1Mc

I have noticed Venus many times this winter but didn't realize it was venus. Its been startlingly bright.

I'll try to remember to look tonight!

Thanks for the heads up.

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..I also have a 427 Cobra replica with an aluminum chassis.

Venus is indeed bright. After the Sun and Moon it's the biggest and brightest object in the sky. It looks a lot like an airplane with headlights on.

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Past MB's: '96 E300D, '83 240D, '82 300D, '87 300D, '87 420SEL

I remember when the Moon went over Venus monthly around here. Any sane man hid from sight for a few days.

Though I'll admit the interaction of Venus and the Moon brought forth some beautiful little palnetoids, I have to say I prefer the new sky.

Ahh,yes. the confluence of Mars and Venus is particularly apropos in regards to soixante neuf......

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