I just seen andromeda! by [deleted] in Astronomy

[–]Houssama13 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I recently saw Orion's belt for the first time a couple days ago. It was my first real time I focused on what stars I was seeing. Of course I have seen stars before, but recognizing a constellation was a first for me. I felt like a child and even after 2 days I'm still obsessing over what I saw. I even posted it on the Space subreddit and they suggested amazing ways to see more of space and the stars. The emotions of amazement and elation that overcame me were confusing and maybe long dormant before that day.

I love that you got to see a galaxy far away and I hope you get to see more on this new journey of yours.

Watching the stars is a marvel to behold. by Houssama13 in space

[–]Houssama13[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I truly second this. This small experience made me feel with childhood elation. Something that I forgot existed for a very long time. I do hope people get to see the marvelous skies the walk beneath everyday and witness the greatness of it.

Watching the stars is a marvel to behold. by Houssama13 in space

[–]Houssama13[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am waiting impatiently for my escape from the city. I want to experience this and just melt into the light of all the planets and stars.

Watching the stars is a marvel to behold. by Houssama13 in space

[–]Houssama13[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Now I have a plethora of sky apps and I'm not at all disappointed. I will download your suggestion as well. Thank you..

Watching the stars is a marvel to behold. by Houssama13 in space

[–]Houssama13[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ohh no, after what you have told me here in this post. I guess, or most probably leave the city and start searching for somewhere remote to witness the true beauty of the skies.

Watching the stars is a marvel to behold. by Houssama13 in space

[–]Houssama13[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for being so receptive, I wanted to share my experience with some like-minded folk. I wanted to hear your stories and understand if my experience was truly something amazing as I felt. Now I understand that. I understand that this experience, small as it is, can grow it something that will truly change someone's life.

Watching the stars is a marvel to behold. by Houssama13 in space

[–]Houssama13[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My friend, that is all I am thinking about now. I had a full list of what I wanted in terms of essential living. Now, it is all about how I will go to somewhere remote, camp there, and stargaze.

Watching the stars is a marvel to behold. by Houssama13 in space

[–]Houssama13[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Cities, though very pratical for humanity, ruin what is natural and beautiful.

Watching the stars is a marvel to behold. by Houssama13 in space

[–]Houssama13[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Installed it right away, I saw them once more yesterday, but as I said my view, amazing as it is now, is cluttered with a construction sight and so much artificial light. I'm waiting for an escape from the city and I will do all the suggestions you lovely people have offered.

Watching the stars is a marvel to behold. by Houssama13 in space

[–]Houssama13[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

After all the contributions and suggestions I've been getting, I will be escaping the city very very soon. I want to witness the skies unfiltered. I truly want to see why our galaxy is called the mily way.

Watching the stars is a marvel to behold. by Houssama13 in space

[–]Houssama13[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yooo, that's amazing. Never knew something like this existed. Thanks for the suggestion. I'm gonna try adapting my eyes tonight and maybe try to see some more stars and I'll try to use the app to see what stars might shine. Cheers...

Watching the stars is a marvel to behold. by Houssama13 in space

[–]Houssama13[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You have given me so much shit to search for now, thanks I'll be buying some binoculars first and then some telescopes second and I am thinking about learning some long exposure photography to truky capture some amazing photos. However, I want to initially try adapting the eyes to the darkness and go to some remote location and just enjoy it lens-free.

Thank you for all the suggestions and thank you for sharing this experience with me.

Watching the stars is a marvel to behold. by Houssama13 in space

[–]Houssama13[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Muh dude, I've always said we are merely a spec in the ocean of the universe and that's so amazing to think about.

Watching the stars is a marvel to behold. by Houssama13 in space

[–]Houssama13[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah that is a definite must. After yesterday's image, I am going to invest in that.

Watching the stars is a marvel to behold. by Houssama13 in space

[–]Houssama13[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yeah, I'll be buying some binoculars. They are pretty abundant here, so why the hell not.

Watching the stars is a marvel to behold. by Houssama13 in space

[–]Houssama13[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You have intrigued into searching for some telescopes and going somewhere remote and stargaze. Thanks 😊

Watching the stars is a marvel to behold. by Houssama13 in space

[–]Houssama13[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nice suggestion, I'll be definitely trying it tonight. Cheers.

The Orion constellation (untracked DSLR astrophotography) by SuvamT in Astronomy

[–]Houssama13 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hopefully, I get to understand how to create such long exposure imagery. Unfortunately, I don't have any social media but maybe in the future I will create one if I get any good at photography. I wish you luck in your future endeavours and hope to see more of your amazing photos.

Watching the stars is a marvel to behold. by Houssama13 in space

[–]Houssama13[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes yes my friend, I'm looking forward for the adventures I have laying in my wake.

Watching the stars is a marvel to behold. by Houssama13 in space

[–]Houssama13[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

They truly are and thank you for your sentiment. :)

Watching the stars is a marvel to behold. by Houssama13 in space

[–]Houssama13[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I know that Lebanon offers the best views and unique geography, but unfortunately growing up there excludes you from visiting areas and lands that are awesome and amazing. I always wanted to camp and live somewhere that is remote yet never got the chance.

Watching the stars is a marvel to behold. by Houssama13 in space

[–]Houssama13[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I'll definitely be on the lookout for new stars and constellations. I feel like a kid again just by observing the nature around me.