IIDS: Wednesday, June 20th, Summer Solstice!

When one guy sees an invisible man, he's a nut case; ten people see him, it's a cult; ten million people see him, it's a respected religion. -Richard Jeni, comedian and actor (1957-2007) 

Summer Solstice

A sunny winter day in Mendoza

A solstice is an astronomical event that happens twice each year as the Sun reaches its highest or lowest excursion relative to the celestial equator on the celestial sphere. As a result, on the solstice the Sun appears to have reached its highest or lowest annual altitude in the sky above the horizon at local solar noon. The word solsticeis derived from the Latin sol (sun) and sistere (to stand still), because at the solstices, the Sun stands still in declination; that is, the seasonal movement of the Sun's path (as seen from Earth) comes to a stop before reversing direction. The solstices, together with the equinoxes, are connected with the seasons. In many cultures the solstices mark either the beginning or the midpoint of winter and summer.

The term solstice can also be used in a broader sense, as the date (day) when this occurs. The day of the solstice is either the longest day of the year (in summer) or the shortest day of the year (in winter) for any place on Earth outside of the tropics, because the length of time between sunrise and sunset on that day is the yearly maximum or minimum for that place.

Hi Bob!


Trust you are well. Before I forget, do you know how to change the template on your Blog? I can figure out how to change background, given templates provided but I'd like to use a photograph of my own. Any suggestions much appreciated.


This morning I met Whirlygig and Robo Man at 25th and Arbutus to ride out to Iona. A simply glorious day, one of most enjoyable we've had since returning on May 31st. Give us a shout and let's try to get together. All the best to you and Corinne. Cheers, Patrizzio!



Hi Kjell!


Trust you are well and that Jane arrived safely. Starting to feel better, am pleased to report. We are hoping to ride to Deep Cove this Friday. Off to visit Mom. All the best to you and Jane. Cheers, Patrizzio!

Vienna

Salzburg

Hello! Just wanted you to know about my latest runway show. And it's all in a good cause! Details on my blog at:

http:inside-outstyleanddesign.blogspot.com

Hope to see you there! Deborah

All About Austria: some fashion observations...

Hi Runway Goil!


Enjoyed your fashionista snaps and commentary from Europe! All the best to you from Cora Lee. Cheers, Patrizzio!


So... now your nickname should be Slice'n'Dice? (Likely it was instant
karma for Mom's injury - be careful what else you do, women and men
have different body parts, but Fate might decree redress in the same
part of your anatomy as Mom's...Ouch! (Be careful!) Deborah



Hi Giggage!


Thanks for terrific ride! Will look at Deep Cove details shortly and advise.


I have sent a card for Kerry to you as I don't have her email address! Thought it was in my address book but was wrong. Anyway, please give her our best wishes. Cheers, Patrizzio!

<http://mapq.st/Pwjh66>  21.00 kilometres


Hi,

pdunn@Interchange.ubc.ca has sent you a link on CBC Music

http://music.cbc.ca/Singer-Songwriter-Audio-and-Video

"Terrific!"