Looks pretty clear for our partial viewing over here in the ATL…
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I meant specifically for the path of totality (but didnt specify). I hope you enjoy the show!
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Did he really though? Or is it just a story? Civilisations from all around the world were able to predict astronomical events starting many, many thousands of years ago. I know that is uneven, some couldn’t much later after ones that could, but im suspicious of these stories.
I mean it’s not like Colon was known for the accuracy of his charts is it? He fudged the size of the world to suit his journey.
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Current condition in southern IL, small town just a little northeast of Carbondale. We’re setting up housekeeping in the city park. No one else here yet except a couple from MN with some serious viewing equipment.
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The next total solar eclipse will be in 2026, crossing over Greenland, Spain, and ending in Majorca at sunset. How cool would it be to watch totality right as the sun sets over the water?
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My parents are currently on the road, driving to Paris, Texas. My mom just texted me and said it’s getting cloudier.
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Don’t forget to test your glasses with a decently bright flashlight
https://www.reddit.com/r/flashlight/comments/1byy01a/dont_forget_to_use_your_eclipse_glasses_for/
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Nice and clear here in Montreal. I don’t have any eclipse glasses though and will have to make do with occasional furtive peeks. 
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My friend was listening to a book about eclipses, aptly names Eclipses, by Frank Close, and the book had a snippet about seeing one during cloudy weather and it still sounded pretty profound.
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I’m hopeful for a break in the clouds but will go see even if it’s raining
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What can a I say, Little Rock drives a hard bargain.
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Ultimately even if there’s nothing to see, the one i have experienced was pretty profound. But for those that haven’t seen one before i hope they still get something out of this one today
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Make a pinhole camera, like I did! See the link I posted just above! Easy and fun! Like being in grade school!
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I had briefly considered a road trip to rural northern Arkansas for this, but I’m glad I decided to stick with a partial eclipse and staying home where there is no traffic.
But I have my welder’s glass ready to look through if the clouds thin out a bit more.
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We’re at the University of Toledo for a big event they’re having. It was clear earlier in the day, but we’re expecting anywhere from 40 - 100% cloud coverage depending on whatever app or service you’re using. Either way, we’re locked in for a good time.
Before driving down, we heard that someone advised that eclipse day be treated like a natural disaster. Because of the influx of visitors from out of state (for the eclipse and maybe an NCAA women’s game?), citizens were told to expect traffic delays and to stock up on food.
Picture from the observatory a couple hours before things started
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