Sunspots on 15/7/23

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Sunspots on 15/7/23

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Good morning everyone,
Sunspots today. The weather is clear and sunny with the temperatures to 45C° and going up!
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Very nice report and sketch with a touch of class, I love it and gets my vote for a VROD!

Great work 👍👏
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I agree with Jeff, very detailed notes and incredible sketch-work. I'd love to thumb through your book.
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fine work , thx .
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I marvel every time at the accuracy and care with which you sketch the sunspots.
I vote for a VROD too!
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I love sketches and this one is great! I love seeing a write up on sun spots. Thank you for sharing.
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