Anyone who witnesses a total solar eclipse knows what awe is. Our normal perception of diurnal cycles is so deeply ingrained that when daylight suddenly turns to darkness and an unfamiliar ring of light hangs over our heads, our attention becomes acute and our sense of mystery is heightened. Tears start streaming down Cynthia’s face. My eyes widen. THIS is unique! As clouds part for a few seconds in this longest total solar eclipse of the 21st century, we are granted brief witness to this amazing astronomical spectacle.

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