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Originally Posted by Rodstar
I have noticed on Cloudy Nights, where there are much more defined categories of threads, that there is always much higher traffic in relation to eyepieces, equipment etc, as opposed to actual observing. I think that a large number of amateurs either deliberately or inadvertently spend more time thinking about, discussing, and planning equipment purchases than actually observing. This is fine....whatever your bliss is.....but actual observing is hard work, it takes discipline, and if astronomy is just a casual hobby there will be very little progress made with improving observing technique or making detailed notes.
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Here, here. I agree. The business end is what matters. Now, what to do with this cloud stuff, work commitments, family...