Re: [meteorite-list] Fwd: How many meteorite dealers are there?

2008-07-10 Thread Anita D. Westlake
I agree. I thought that last sentence was pure fabrication without any basis in fact. Anita -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, July 10, 2008 12:14 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; Meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com

Re: [meteorite-list] Tornadoes in Colorado

2008-05-23 Thread Anita D. Westlake
I'm glad to hear you are okay Anne. We don't want you or your space rocks to take an unscheduled flight! Anita -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of mckinney trammell Sent: Friday, May 23, 2008 8:13 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED];

[meteorite-list] Cuesta del Burrio?

2008-04-14 Thread Anita D. Westlake
look to it. Needless to say I didn't buy any of it, nor even inquire how much per gram. Anita D. Westlake __ http://www.meteoritecentral.com Meteorite-list mailing list Meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com http://six.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo

Re: [meteorite-list] The Mustery of the Tunguska Fireball by Surendra Verma

2008-04-14 Thread Anita D. Westlake
Walter: I read it. If I remember correctly, it was a good read. The author's opinions were held at bay until the end. He supplied lots of information on the various theories, and after reading each one, I was convinced THAT was the single-most believable theory. (Until he described the next

Re: [meteorite-list] How Do You Know It's A Meteorite?

2008-04-07 Thread Anita D. Westlake
I usually get that question when I'm talking about Lunar or Martian meteorites. I tell them We know it's lunar because we've been there. We can compare what we've found on earth with what was collected on the moon. For Martian meteorites it's not as simple. I tell them We're 98% sure it's

[meteorite-list] Do Meteoroids Skip?

2008-04-02 Thread Anita D. Westlake
I have a strange question for you...hopefully you can set me straight on this!  Last night I and two friends saw a bright light streaking in the sky.  It had a tail on it, looking like a meteoroid.  The object was falling to the ground, and it faded out rather high in the sky, but less than a

Re: [meteorite-list] Don't delay, order today! - Suspect Auction

2008-03-31 Thread Anita D. Westlake
Looks like marshmallows and caramel landed in a pile of wet cement. Anita -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Michael Gilmer Sent: Monday, March 31, 2008 10:05 AM To: meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com Subject: [meteorite-list] Don't delay,

Re: [meteorite-list] Rocks from Space Picture of the Day - March 26, 2008 / Ques

2008-03-26 Thread Anita D. Westlake
What if a meteorite hit a hammer on the way down? Would that be a hammer hammer? Or, a hammer to the second power? Anita -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, March 26, 2008 1:24 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED];

Re: [meteorite-list] 10 Reasons Why Everyone Should Own A Meteorite!

2008-01-09 Thread Anita D. Westlake
Don't forget me! I love them, I dream about them, I covet them. I love to talk about them and touch them and study them and talk to men (and women) who love them! Anita Westlake, President Meteorite Association of Georgia -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL

Re: [meteorite-list] Rocks from Space Picture of the Day - November 10, 2007

2007-11-12 Thread Anita D. Westlake
Wow! Nothing ordinary about that! Anita -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Saturday, November 10, 2007 6:24 AM To: meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com Subject: [meteorite-list] Rocks from Space Picture of the Day -

[meteorite-list] Forming an Meteorite Association

2007-11-07 Thread Anita D. Westlake
Dear Listees: As I may have mentioned, we recently formed a new meteorite group in Georgia called Meteorite Association of Georgia. We already have about 25 members, including one in England! Maybe Mark Bostick or one of you out there in outer space can advise me on how one goes about

Re: [meteorite-list] Multi-impact pitts in one S-A

2007-10-01 Thread Anita D. Westlake
It looks like a spiny sea urchin! :) Anita -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Michael L Blood Sent: Saturday, September 29, 2007 3:08 AM To: Meteorite List Subject: Re: [meteorite-list] Multi-impact pitts in one S-A To see a S-A with over 30

Re: [meteorite-list] Walter's Bills and his Ebay Auctions

2007-08-10 Thread Anita D. Westlake
I second Bernd's (e)motion! I remember a time not so long ago I wrote to the list that my very first meteorite specimen, Allende, was stolen. I received free specimens and replies from all over the world. We've never met, but you have all touched my heart. It's time, for me at least, to return

Re: [meteorite-list] Rocks From Space Picture of the Day - August 5, 2007

2007-08-06 Thread Anita D. Westlake
Wow, that looks like the Italian Terrazzo floor we had growing up! Beautiful! Anita -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, August 05, 2007 9:27 AM To: meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com Subject: [meteorite-list]

Re: [meteorite-list] NASA Meteorite Teaching Guide PDF

2007-05-31 Thread Anita D. Westlake
Thanks for sending the NASA study guide. I am printing it off now (all 222 pages) and hope the printer stops before my boss finds out! Anita -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of AL Mitterling Sent: Thursday, May 31, 2007 8:45 AM To: Pete Pete;

Re: [meteorite-list] Rocks From Space Picture of the Day - April 8, 2007

2007-04-08 Thread Anita D. Westlake
Too cute! Thanks for bringing back the lighter side of meteorite hunting/collecting. Anita -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, April 08, 2007 6:45 AM To: meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com Subject:

Re: [meteorite-list] AUCTIONS

2007-02-08 Thread Anita D. Westlake
At our club auctions, we take a break in the middle to allow those wanting to leave to check out early. We have two people cross-checking winning bids and accepting payment while another member volunteer picks up the items won. We don't allow people to pick up their own items because sometimes

[meteorite-list] Definition of Hammer

2007-01-22 Thread Anita D. Westlake
I read somewhere that a Hammer in the meteorite world came from a meteorite striking: H = Human A = Animal M = Man- M = Made E = ? R = ? Or did I just make that up? If it's true, does anyone know what the E and R stand for? Anita __ Meteorite-list

[meteorite-list] Meteorite Poem

2007-01-17 Thread Anita D. Westlake
Since we're on the subject, I thought I would share this with you. I wrote this poem after taking a Geology and Space Science course two years ago from Dr. Mike Reynolds. Ode to Dr. Mike and His Space Cadets Wildacres, 2005 By Anita D. Westlake I must confess I didn't

Re: [meteorite-list] Colorado Weather

2006-12-20 Thread Anita D. Westlake
Sorry, Anne. It was me. I was wishing for a white Christmas...but in Atlanta, not all of Colorado. I'll try to be more careful next time. Anita -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, December 20, 2006 6:44 PM

[meteorite-list] AD: Georgia Gem Show

2006-12-01 Thread Anita D. Westlake
Dear Ya'll: Our 13th annual gem and mineral show is NEXT weekend at the North Atlanta Trade Center in Norcross, GA (just north of Atlanta). Over 45 dealers Rocks, Minerals, Fossils, Fine Jewelry, Beads, Carvings Free parking, Free admission Door Prizes Special Door Prize for a lucky student

Re: [meteorite-list] What else do you collect?

2006-11-30 Thread Anita D. Westlake
I started out 20 years ago collecting PLR's (Pretty Little Rocks). Then I graduated to fluorite. I thought it was the coolest thing on the planet. Then I discovered calcite. That was all I was ever going to collect. Nothing else could turn my head. Full steam ahead for calcite! The more I

RE: [meteorite-list] Off-Topic: My wife is always right!

2006-08-01 Thread Anita D. Westlake
Mud-slinging? Yeah, I don't want to go there either, Anne. It can be fun if it's nice and gooey, but what a mess! :) Anita -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, July 31, 2006 2:48 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED];

RE: [meteorite-list] BCC fake

2006-07-17 Thread Anita D. Westlake
Yes, and 1 gram of dust must weigh an awful lot to command the princely sum of $85.00 shipping. That's dense! Anita -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Darren Garrison Sent: Saturday, July 15, 2006 9:55 PM To:

RE: [meteorite-list] re: Another Meteorite Lands in Norway?

2006-07-10 Thread Anita D. Westlake
Yeah, too many vesicules to be meteoric. Anita -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of mark ford Sent: Monday, July 10, 2006 11:41 AM To: meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com Subject: RE: [meteorite-list] re: Another Meteorite Lands in Norway?

RE: [meteorite-list] Meade Telescopes diversifying their product line?

2006-06-29 Thread Anita D. Westlake
The Dr. Mike Reynolds I know is an astronomy professor who lives in Jacksonville, Fla. I think he wrote Falling Stars and the cover illustration is by Jerry Armstrong of Winston, GA. Both guys are really cool cats in my book! Anita Tracy Latimer p.s. I may have this Mike Reynolds confused with

[meteorite-list] Monning number?

2006-06-28 Thread Anita D. Westlake
How does one identify a Monning number on their meteorite? I, too, have a La Lande that I recently bought at an auction. It came with a very old Ward's Scientific card. The number is hand-written in black ink over white paint or whiteout. Sorry: no picture. Anita

[meteorite-list] Steve Arnold Chicago's Website?

2006-06-27 Thread Anita D. Westlake
Sorry, I know this was posted recently, but could someone (maybe even Steve Arnold himself?) give me the url to his website? Sure would help to include it in your emails Steve. Thanks, Anita __ Meteorite-list mailing list

RE: [meteorite-list] Fw: Astronomy Issue - whats in the AUG.2006 issue

2006-06-20 Thread Anita D. Westlake
Here's the info if you want to order 1 or multiple copies of this outstanding issue: $5.95 each + s/h Prepayment required. They take all major credit cards. Order toll free: 1-800-533-6644 Or FAX (262) 796-1615 Or email at [EMAIL PROTECTED] I just ordered 5 copies and the woman was very nice.

RE: [meteorite-list] FW: Lunar and Martian meteorites

2006-06-07 Thread Anita D. Westlake
:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, June 06, 2006 8:22 PM To: Anita D. Westlake; 'metlist' Subject: Re: [meteorite-list] FW: Lunar and Martian meteorites Hi Anita, Absolutely no problems. One of the finest dealers. Just received a package last week. I have bought plenty of Lunar

[meteorite-list] FW: Lunar and Martian meteorites

2006-06-05 Thread Anita D. Westlake
Is anyone familiar with the Meteorite Market (http://www.alaska.net/~meteor/mmhome.htm )? Are they reputable, trustworthy, etc.? Id like to acquire Lunar and Martian meteorites and they have some for sale. Your thoughts? Are there other sources? Anita Westlake

RE: [meteorite-list] A must for every meteorite, er medicine cabinet

2006-04-10 Thread Anita D. Westlake
I wonder what it's supposed to cure? Instant pick-me-up for those depressed from not having recently acquired new meteorites? Anita -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Martin Horejsi Sent: Saturday, April 08, 2006 9:53 PM To: metlist Subject:

RE: Re-3: [meteorite-list] Best ALH84001 Meteorite Book

2006-02-20 Thread Anita D. Westlake
BEAUTIFUL! They both look like that carpet foam padding stuff (only tons prettier!) Anita -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Kashuba, Ontario, California Sent: Monday, February 20, 2006 2:04 PM To: Meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com Subject:

RE: [meteorite-list] Elementary school presentation tips?

2006-02-14 Thread Anita D. Westlake
Hi Gary: Could you share the good advice you've already received? We could all benefit from the shared wisdom of this group, and then we'll know better what to add. As far as lasting impressions, I always like to talk about Allende and how it's pre-solar system stuff! Talk about older than

RE: [meteorite-list] Re: Meteorite-list Digest, Vol 26, Issue 30

2006-02-13 Thread Anita D. Westlake
Maybe those should be called emuites to convey their unique journey? Anita -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Norm Lehrman Sent: Monday, February 13, 2006 9:58 AM To: Sterling K. Webb; Steve Schoner; meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com

RE: [meteorite-list] Harvey Awards - New Catagory

2006-01-25 Thread Anita D. Westlake
Yes please. Anita -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Greg Hupe Sent: Tuesday, January 24, 2006 2:25 PM To: meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com Subject: [meteorite-list] Harvey Awards - New Catagory Dear List Members, A month or two ago I

RE: [meteorite-list] Sand-crusted, polished OC slice

2006-01-20 Thread Anita D. Westlake
Whoever sent the gorgeous picture of earth (?) being pelted with meteorites, please resend the link. I made it my background photo, but it was accidentally erased this morning. Thanks! Anita __ Meteorite-list mailing list