Venus and Mars: Double Planet Treat in the Dawn Sky


	Venus and Mars: Double Planet Treat in the Dawn Sky

tabsey

5-18-2009 10:43 AM

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tabsey says:

One the the very early risers. Maybe those going to the local markets before work.

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5-19-2009 1:38 AM

celestialdancer

Excellent. Will keep an eye out.

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