The sun hasn’t fully risen yet, but Boulder is already in motion. The crisp mountain air carries the scent of pine, the city waking with a rhythm that feels both effortless and intentional. And no early morning bears awake yet. A little tired but alive with curiosity, I step onto the trail, the dirt still […]

When we think about the cosmos, the Sun often gets overshadowed by the allure of distant stars, planets, and the mysteries of the universe. But this glowing sphere of plasma, positioned 93 million miles away, is not just another star—it’s our star. The Sun is the beating heart of the solar system and the engine […]

Often overshadowed by its more brilliant planetary neighbors, Mercury offers a rewarding challenge for those willing to chase it during its fleeting appearances in the twilight. As the closest planet to the Sun, Mercury never strays far from its glare, making it one of the most elusive planets to spot. But with the right timing, […]

After exploring the major planets of the solar system—Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune, we now venture to the fringes of the solar system to explore Pluto and the icy worlds of the Kuiper Belt. Though small and distant, these celestial bodies reveal a wealth of fascinating stories about the history and formation of our […]

In a recent article about Mars at opposition, I mentioned Jupiter in passing without proper introduction. To remedy this, let’s take a closer look at the largest planet in our solar system. Over the next few weeks, I’ll also be spotlighting other planets visible in the night sky, providing a comprehensive tour of our celestial […]

As the year winds down and holiday festivities ramp up, the night sky is preparing its own dazzling displays. December 2024 promises brilliant planetary sightings, meteor showers, and special opportunities to catch the Moon playing “hide and seek” with neighboring celestial bodies. Whether you’re watching from your backyard, gathering virtually with family, or venturing to […]

Stained Glass Sunrise Over Boulder Stained Glass Sunrise Over Boulder A stained glass sunrise over Boulder is always a treat! Lenny Lensworth Frieling Shared Knowledge Is Power!

The motivation of a glorious sunrise it beyond compare. One wakes up foggy, looks outside, and the cobwebs are gone! Blues, reds and the rest of the color spectrum appear . Without  fail it undergoes constant metamorphosis, waking our eyes and waking our brains with a rainbow of inspiration, providing what is needed to stimulate […]

The sun rise serene over the Boulder Skies. The sunrise’s red over the morning of the last weekend of the Boulder County Fair. The last of the heifers and roosters are back at their home farms. The prizes are almost all given, EXCEPT we still have Saturday and Sunday to not overlook. Plenty of adventure […]

pics Lenny Lensworth Frieling pic Lenny Lensworth Frieling pic Lenny Lensworth Frieling Sunsets in Boulder get all of the credit. But is that rational, fair, and a good visual decision? Photographers, painters, very fast weavers, and artists of all flavors have long known that the “golden hour,” the time of sunset and sunrise, produces a […]