SPACEWEATHER.COM NEWS: DECEMBER 14, 2023 

THE GEMINID METEOR SHOWER IS UNDERWAY: Right now, Earth is passing through a stream of debris from 3200 Phaethon, source of the annual Geminid meteor shower. Dark sky observers are currently reporting more than 90 meteors per hour. If it’s dark where you live, go outside and look! High rates are expected for another 12 to 24 hours. More: Observing tips

 

The Geminids peak every year in mid-December, scattering hundreds of bright meteors across northern winter skies. Numerically it is the best meteor shower of the year.

As meteor showers go, Geminids are newcomers. They first appeared in the mid-1800s when an unknown stream of debris crossed Earth’s orbit. Surprised, 19th century astronomers scoured the sky for the parent comet, but they found nothing. The search would continue for another 100 years.

THE GEMINIDS ARE STILL A MYSTERY: Every great mystery novel has an unexpected twist. Apparently the same is true of meteor showers.

A paper published in the Planetary Science Journal reports a surprising new twist in the mystery of the Geminids, a strong annual meteor shower that has puzzled astronomers for more than a century.

“Our work has upended years of belief about 3200 Phaethon, the source of the Geminids,” says co-author Karl Battams of the Naval Research Lab. “It’s not what we thought it was.”

The Geminids peak every year in mid-December, scattering hundreds of bright meteors across northern winter skies. Numerically it is the best meteor shower of the year.

As meteor showers go, Geminids are newcomers. They first appeared in the mid-1800s when an unknown stream of debris crossed Earth’s orbit. Surprised, 19th century astronomers scoured the sky for the parent comet, but they found nothing. The search would continue for another 100 years. (See Spaceweather.com article)

Solar Activity

Sunspots: December 14, 2023 – Departing sunspot AR3511 poses a continued threat for strong M-class solar flares. Credit: SDO/HMI

Coronal Hole: December 14, 2023 – Solar wind flowing from this coronal hole could reach Earth on Dec. 18-19.Credit: SDO/AIA

 

 

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THE TRECENA OF CROCODILE/IMIX:  DAWN OF A NEW AWAKENING
MAYAN CALENDAR DAYKEEPER’S JOURNAL
10 Dog/OC (Cherokee, Wolf/KANA’TI), Destiny Kin 10, Position 10
December 14, 2023 (12/14/2023; Last Round: March 29, 2023 (03/29/2023)

10 Dog/OC (Cherokee, Wolf/KANA’TI) – Day 10 of 13, 1 Crocodile/IMIX trecena

Descriptions by Ian Xel Lungold (12 Sun/AHAU), wisdom and Tzolk’in calculator preserved on MayanMajix.com

Galactic Tone 10: Manifestation. What were once intentions or ideas, hopes or fears become physically present with the energy of Ten. What is focused upon with attention and intention becomes real with Ten. Ten is a powerful energy that carries a great responsibility.

Dog/OC: Courageous, loyal and warm-hearted, very alert and valiant, people born of Dog are respected for their sense of justice and their protection. People born of the sun sign Dog are very sensual and know how to enjoy life. Playfulness and a good understanding of the basic human nature lead to prosperity for Dog. Dogs are good team players who love to travel and have a keen sense of their position in society. Dogs are ambitious and will take opportunities when they offer themselves, including infidelities. Dog persons share the nature of coyotes, spies, wolves and lawyers.

A GOOD DAY TO: Enjoy family and friends.

Cherokee, Wolf/Kana’ti – O’Oj: Dog/OC is a symbol of Sirius (Dog star) and Antares; one or the other is always visible but never at the same time. Wolf is our brother, shares our very roots. All dogs are domesticated wolves, companionship and guidance; connecting a link between the worlds; wolf is the day sign associated with teachers, pathfinders and transformers.

[Text in italics was the primary source of inspiration for my journal. These are the sources that started my journey and they are the reference for interpretation each day. By providing the original text, I hope to offer a way to see what inspired my thoughts and by including all the aspects – allow for something more to inspire you. Mayan descriptions are those written by Ian Lungold. Cherokee descriptions came from multiple sources. Links to sources and other resources of study are offered on the Daykeeper Resources Page. ~Debra]