It’s rare to see earthshine on the moon here. Usually there’s too much moisture in the air. The dry cold showed it so clearly that I was lured to brave the biting chill and try for a capture without a tripod. I did have a wooden railing to prop on, but it was a test of determination and my best breathe and squeeze photography skills to steady the camera at a high angle.
The wind hurt my face and my freezing fingers were burning with pain by the time I gave up after seven shots. I wasn’t sure if I had anything at all. But it was worth the suffering when I found this pretty shot. I realize it’s not pro clarity, but it definitely shows the beauty of the moment that I wanted so much to share with you.
sheri j kennedy ~ Riverside 
Oh, I love this! Its powerfully beautiful! Thanks Sheri!
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Thanks! Glad you got to enjoy it too!
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It does – the crescent moon was lovely last week – I saw it with Venus, shining bright – what a sight!
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Glad you’ve been seeing it too. It’s remarkable to see the moon at all at this time of year. Usually so cloudy and this year so clear!
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