Re: [meteorite-list] OT Peter Jennings UFO special

2005-02-24 Thread Thomas Randall - KB2SMS
Oh, it'll be the same old snooze fest. Count on it. Fun to watch (maybe) but that's about it. Other life out there? More than likely in some form, have they been here? I have yet to see any tangible proof that convinces *me* personally. This show will provide nothing (more than likely) but

Re: [meteorite-list] meteoriteblog.com anyone game?

2005-02-21 Thread Thomas Randall - KB2SMS
On Mon, 2005-02-21 at 13:19, Michael L Blood wrote: Hi Dirk, If I understand correctly, blog is the term used outside the US for a web site.is that correct? From Google: Definitions of Blog -- (weB LOG) on the Web: A blog is basically a journal that is available on the

Re: [meteorite-list] Ad - Please Ignore!!!! Way off topic!!!! Statingthe OBVIOUS!??

2005-02-18 Thread Thomas Randall - KB2SMS
Hi Adam and list, To me it's very helpful to have an idea of size when I shop for a new specimen. Having something I'm familiar with in the photo like a quarter or dime for instance does help *me* get an idea of what to expect. I'm o.k. with the cubes too however, as long as something is seen

Re: [meteorite-list] Michael Cottingham

2005-02-14 Thread Thomas Randall - KB2SMS
I have bought from Michael several times so far and have had no problems at all. Just thought I'd throw in my 2 sense. Regards, Tom __ Meteorite-list mailing list Meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com

[meteorite-list] Kevin's new book..

2005-02-14 Thread Thomas Randall - KB2SMS
Hi all, Received Kevin's new book The Art of collecting Meteorites today and it's a winner! Well worth the price. Very well done. Thanks Kevin! Tom Randall __ Meteorite-list mailing list Meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com

[meteorite-list] Mike's CNN piece...

2005-02-12 Thread Thomas Randall - KB2SMS
Just now saw Mike's spot on CNN, VERY nice job Mike! Kudos! I just wish I didn't have to sit through LL Cool J... Shania helped though... Regards, Tom Randall __ Meteorite-list mailing list Meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com

Re: [meteorite-list] Hot flash more goof balls?

2005-02-02 Thread Thomas Randall - KB2SMS
On Wed, 2005-02-02 at 01:51, Darren Garrison wrote: Ah, he's a rank amature compaired to Nancy Lieder (familar to anyone who visits sci.astro) NO NO NO!!! Do NOT bring up THAT name for the love of all good on the planet!!! Tom __

Re: [meteorite-list] Farmer Lunar find!

2005-02-02 Thread Thomas Randall - KB2SMS
Congrats! Way to go Mike! I can only imagine your excitement! Regards, Tom __ Meteorite-list mailing list Meteorite-list@meteoritecentral.com http://six.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list

Re: [meteorite-list] fun moon picture

2005-01-30 Thread Thomas Randall - KB2SMS
Walter that is absolutely WONDERFUL Where ever did you find that??? Regards, Tom On Sun, 2005-01-30 at 18:44, Walter Branch wrote: Hi Marcin, That print is hanging on the wall of my 5 year old daughter's room. It is really neat: http://www.branchmeteorites.com/misc/moon.jpg

Re: [meteorite-list] Current Tucson temp.

2005-01-29 Thread Thomas Randall - KB2SMS
Dave, I HATE you guys! It's currently 6 below zero here in the Hudson Valley of New York Br, Tom Randall On Fri, 2005-01-28 at 21:10, David Freeman wrote: 60 degrees F CLEAR and Calm. 7:33 MST df __ Meteorite-list mailing

Re: [meteorite-list] A Comet Strikes the Earth by H.H Nininger.

2005-01-21 Thread Thomas Randall - KB2SMS
Hi MArk and list, I've heard of it and remember seeing the cover, didn't it come with a very small piece of Canyon Diablo? Probably rusted to heck. I think I remember that right... Regards, Tom On Fri, 2005-01-21 at 17:13, Mark A. Massey wrote: Hello List, I recently just won the

[meteorite-list] Pierre's NWA CDRom

2005-01-11 Thread Thomas Randall - KB2SMS
Hello all, I received Pierre's NWA CD Rom today and I have to say it's excellent. If you haven't ordered it you should! It's very well done and worth the small amount he wants for it. This has been an unpaid satisfied customer comment only! Regards, Tom Randall

Re: [meteorite-list] moon landing craft info

2005-01-04 Thread Thomas Randall - KB2SMS
On Tue, 2005-01-04 at 18:10, harlan trammell wrote: anybody got info on that craft that is supposed to land on one of saturn's (or somewhere) moons that has an atmosphere? Here ya go! http://saturn.jpl.nasa.gov/home/index.cfm Regards, Tom Randall

RE: [meteorite-list] The non collector

2004-12-29 Thread Thomas Randall - KB2SMS
(In my best Dr. Smith voice) Oh dear, OH DEAR! You may need help Anita! Without eating and sleeping you can forget about doing much of anything! Tom, there are a lot of meteorites I'd like to get but can't as well, not all of us are well off enough to get everything we want. I certainly am

Re: [meteorite-list] As a matter of fact, I done!

2004-12-26 Thread Thomas Randall - KB2SMS
Tom, Too depressing? How so? Tired of trying to be a collector? In the meteorite world things are ALWAYS looking up! Mostly down though if you want to try to find any of your own. Stick around, just lurk awhile and don't mind the occasional bickering. Learn to ignore it.

Re: [meteorite-list] Meteorite 'News'

2004-12-23 Thread Thomas Randall - KB2SMS
On Thu, 2004-12-23 at 17:48, ken newton wrote: http://english.pravda.ru/science/19/94/378/14754_asteroid.html As a rule, meteorites do not fall down on inhabited localities. They prefer to hit seas, lakes, fields and even the Antarctic. (Snip) I like this one: They can destroy

Re: [meteorite-list] Meteorite preservation

2004-10-23 Thread Thomas Randall - KB2SMS
Hi Bob and list, Although I haven't tried these I imagine they at least help keep away moisture. Probably better than Tupperware (which is what I currently use). I remember seeing a commercial for this clear globe like device that you pump the air out and it's supposed to vacuum seal the

Re: [meteorite-list] Which one came closest?

2004-10-16 Thread Thomas Randall - KB2SMS
For me it's Peekskill, 35 miles south of me. By the way, there is a gem and mineral show today and tomorrow at the Mid Hudson Civic Center here in Poughkeepsie,N.Y. if anyone is nearby. The theme is rocks from space'! Regards, Tom Randall __

Re: [meteorite-list] meteor shower?

2004-10-14 Thread Thomas Randall - KB2SMS
Hello Tom and list, This should be of help to anyone interested: http://www.amsmeteors.org/lunsford/ Regards, Tom Randall On Thu, 2004-10-14 at 15:59, Tom AKA James Knudson wrote: Hello List, for about the last week I have been seeing a more meteors than normal. They seem to be coming

[meteorite-list] Article

2004-10-09 Thread Thomas Randall - KB2SMS
http://newpaper.asia1.com.sg/top/story/0,4136,74256,00.html Regards, Tom Randall __ Meteorite-list mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://six.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/meteorite-list

Re: [meteorite-list] Trade???

2004-09-30 Thread Thomas Randall - KB2SMS
Tom, Happy birthday! Don't feel too bad, I turned 46 this year and found out I have arthritis in my upper and lower spine! Yay me! Regards, Tom Randall On Wed, 2004-09-29 at 17:13, Tom AKA James Knudson wrote: Hello List, I am very depressed today, I turn forty tomorrow! I think the only

RE: [meteorite-list] Where Were You When It Happened 35 Years Ago.?

2004-07-21 Thread Thomas Randall - KB2SMS
I was 11 and absolutely glued to the TV. My mom let me stay up to watch it and stay home from school the next day. I remember it like it was yesterday, I was blown away by it because rockets and spaceflight was (and still is) facinating. The whole thing STILL blows my mind to this day. Oh how I

Re: [meteorite-list] audio transmissions

2004-07-03 Thread Thomas Randall - KB2SMS
Hi Bill and list, http://www.jpl.nasa.gov/videos/cassini/0604/ Regards, Tom Randall On Sat, 2004-07-03 at 17:08, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi all. Some real heavy weather just came through this way and i was just thinking about all the equipment on all the various spacecraft,