THE MOON IS MASSIVE

The Moon is massive tonight. Alright, it isn't really, it's an optical illusion. But when it's near the horizon it looks enormous.

And okay, it is massive. It's 10 (followed by twenty two zeroes) kilograms.* That's a lot of mass.

So it looks huge. The refraction through the atmosphere has turned it a bit red too, which gives it the appearance of an enormous lantern.

... which I suppose it is in a way.

Anyway, it's come out to sign off the hottest day of the year, and in turn, the hottest day of the year has given the Moon a balmy evening to shine through.

We had a great practice tonight. Everyone on top form, arranging some of the songs for The Gathering next week. When it works, there's nothing better.

Meanwhile my house is a tip and I'm out here watching the giant Moon and the fading sunlight. I'm happy though, resolutely happy and ready for whatever tomorrow has.

Though, it doesn't take me long to remember that I have a load of washing up to do. Ah, it can wait.

*I looked it up.