Corinthian

If you want to see classic Greek architecture up close, but can't get out of the United States, simply head to your nearest government seat and chances are you'll find what you're looking for. Many examples, including the Missouri State Capitol, shown here, were based on the U.S. Capitol, in Washington, D.C. Classic architecture was used in part to signify permanence and authority as well as providing a timeless look.

The statue seen here is one of a pair that represents either the Missouri or Mississippi river, I could not find which was which in my research. More on that in a future edition of This Blog Title For Sale.

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Circles and Arcs

The rotunda of the Missouri State Capitol, Jefferson City.

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Reclamation

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Earth Day 2006

Clouds over a Wisconsin farm. But look carefully, these are two different types of clouds. There are a few fluffy clouds at low levels, but then clouds that look like UFOs at a higher level. These are wave clouds, formed by mechanical lifting. Since there are no hills substantial enough to cause the lift of air here in Wisconsin, these must have formed when two layers of air "rubbed" against each other enough to produce the wave motion and lift necessary to form the clouds. And just as soon as they were formed, the air descends just on the other side to create these unusual shapes. I used to see these quite a bit while I was in Pennsylvania, but I rarely see clouds like these in Wisconsin.

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Dominating

This is the Missouri State Capitol, in Jefferson City. I had the opportunity to take a series of pictures of this striking building, so consider this a preview of a series to come.

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Aqueous Filigree

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Last Week, At Bad Astronomy

Our friend Dr. Phil has been busy. He's kept it mostly in the solar system recently, talking about water on the moon, men on mars, heat on venus, and keeping the creationist critters at bay.

Bad Astronomy Blog - LCrOSS to impact the Moon, look for water
Bad Astronomy Blog - Have a nice (martian) day!
Bad Astronomy Blog - Defending Science
Bad Astronomy Blog - Two planets, no waiting

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Turkey Creek

The Turkey Creek trestle along the Katy Trail. Near Jefferson City, Missouri.

I haven't the foggiest idea how that one girder could be damaged. Any guesses?

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The Capital City Steakhouse

Jefferson City, Missouri. I witnessed a guy almost choke in here. Guy the next booth started choking on a piece of food. Fortunately his buddy saw what was happening and quickly administered assistance. Luckily, I was nearly done eating.

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Moonrise Along The Katy Trail

Katy Trail State Park, near Jefferson City, Missouri.

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