Mercury and the Moon

I finished the second-to-last bed in the garden at sunset. As I put the empty soil bags and shovels in the wheelbarrow, I scanned past the treetops to see if I could spot the Moon. It was only when I walked the 'barrow back to the house that I saw the crescent. I put everything in the garage and came back out with the digicam to capture these:




And now, an important note from SpaceWeather.com:

"On Saturday night, May 19th, the crescent Moon will pass even closer to Venus, and it is a sight you must not miss. Venus and the crescent Moon will lie barely one degree apart, forming a brilliant and unforgettable pair. When the Sun goes down on Saturday, be outside looking west."

The Moon in May seems to be a recurring source of inspiration.
Here's a link to photos from May 19, 2006.