Another great year of stargazing and astronomy discoveries is upon us! Thanks to all the folks who check in here and read my thoughts! If these words inspire you or pique your curiosity, then that’s what counts.

Here’s a great pic from Gemini Observatory to start off a new year of astronomy appreciation.

NGC 6559 is part of a star-forming region in the constellation Sagittarius. The dark, dragon-shaped cloud is made up of cool dust backlit by bright, nearby stars.