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Unfortunately I have only been able to image 68 of the Messier 110 objects. I have posted them to my album if anyone is interested.
Does this qualify me for any award on this forum?(glory huntin', don't ya know)
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Hi John,

Go ahead and make an entry is this forum linking to your gallery. viewforum.php?f=91

We have three levels of the Messier photo award - 40, 80 and 110. So you instantly qualify for the M40 photo award.

Cheers,
JT
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Nice Job John!

Congratulations on your upcoming award!

Thanks,
Jim
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Very nice John. Congratulations.
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