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Sunday, May 10, 2015

Birthday Adventure 4

This is an engine. I think we can all agree on that. But do you know where this engine is?

This is a rheostat. It's in the room next to the engine. Do you know where that room is?

If it's not obvious what these are, you're too young to read. But where are they?

OK, now I'm giving it away.

John and I got a private, behind-the-scenes tour of Mount Wilson. This was my big birthday present and it was more wonderful than I could have hoped. I'll post more in a few days, but for now, read up on the wonders of the beautiful, historic Mount Wilson Observatory.
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17 comments:

  1. William KendallMay 10, 2015 at 12:51 PM

    Getting inside an observatory! Very, very lucky, Petrea!

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  2. Petrea BurchardMay 10, 2015 at 1:09 PM

    William, this one comes under the "be nice to your neighbors" category.

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  3. Jean SpitzerMay 10, 2015 at 2:26 PM

    Must have been very nice. Sounds like a fabulous treat.

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  4. Kalei's Best FriendMay 10, 2015 at 2:30 PM

    Wow! that is massive!. Never would of figured the innards would be that size...

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  5. Petrea BurchardMay 10, 2015 at 5:40 PM

    This engine operates the tools in the tool shed, KBF. It doesn't operate the telescopes.

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  6. AnonymousMay 10, 2015 at 7:41 PM

    Petrea & John's excellent birthday adventure.

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  7. Petrea BurchardMay 10, 2015 at 8:28 PM

    More excellence to come.

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  8. Eric BakerMay 11, 2015 at 1:00 AM

    I've seen old equipment like that. Let's just say advances in technology are a good thing.

    Wow! Such a visit is a treasure and rare treat. I love observatories. I'm happy for you.

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  9. savannahMay 11, 2015 at 5:26 AM

    Impressive gift! I'm looking forward to the rest of the adventure being shared! xoxox

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  10. BellisMay 11, 2015 at 7:42 AM

    Lucky you! I've never been inside the power house. Isn't it amazing that the Observatory still runs on DC power? Really looking forward to more pictures and information.

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  11. Petrea BurchardMay 11, 2015 at 8:31 AM

    I'll try to get the next post up ASAP. We had a wonderful day and got to see things from a perspective I hadn't seen before.

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  12. Pasadena AdjacentMay 11, 2015 at 6:05 PM

    The machinery of the industrial age was created with such care. I find it beautiful. Your so fortunate to have spent a day exploring that little piece of heaven.

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  13. LOLfromPasaMay 12, 2015 at 11:59 AM

    Oh how fantastic. This is such a special place for us...so glad to see it pop up as part of your adventures!

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  14. Petrea BurchardMay 12, 2015 at 2:23 PM

    It is indeed a piece of heaven, PA. Almost directly linked!

    LOL, there will be more pictures.

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  15. AnonymousMay 13, 2015 at 12:31 AM

    A big birthday present indeed, you must have been delighted!

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  16. Petrea BurchardMay 13, 2015 at 5:52 PM

    I was delighted indeed! I've just posted more about Mount Wilson.

    http://pasadenadailyphoto.blogspot.com/2015/05/mount-wilson-science-in-transition.html

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  17. Shell SherreeMay 16, 2015 at 8:26 PM

    And now I know what a rheostat is. What a lovely birthday gift, dear Petrea !! And looks like gorgeous weather, too.

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