I guess it’ll have to be a small talk

One of my favorite things to do is give invited lectures. I’ve talked about Bad Astronomy (like the Moon Hoax, Planet X, silly movie science, and the face on Mars) all over this country (and Australia, too), and it’s big fun every time.

But I guess my next one can’t be too big. The scenery is great, and I’m sure the company is lovely, but the venue is a tad bit teenier than I’m used to.

If you can’t read the billboard, here’s the closeup:

I appreciate the invite, Janie, but I think I’ll have to pass. I prefer gingerbread museums, anyway.

January 4th, 2007 2:59 PM by Phil Plait in About this blog, Cool stuff, Humor, Time Sink | 10 comments | RSS feed | Trackback >

10 Responses to “I guess it’ll have to be a small talk”

1. Tim G Says:
January 4th, 2007 at 3:22 pm

But there’s a comet viewing TONIGHT! Lots of lilliputians will be there.

You can’t squeeze one more talk into your schedule?
2. blizno Says:
January 4th, 2007 at 3:47 pm

It takes a big man to address a tiny audience.
3. JanieBelle Says:
January 4th, 2007 at 5:09 pm

Hi Dr. BA!

I just showed this to KaylaFace (who’s visiting). She’s the one who invited you (it’s her village and observatory), so I’ll just let her speak for herself.

Kisses though, and thanks for the mention!

(My neice is famous. That’s too cool.)
4. Kayla Says:
January 4th, 2007 at 5:11 pm

Dear Dr. BA,

I am the niece of JanieBell and I’d like to clarify a few things.

1. My aunt didn’t invite you; I did. I’m the current owner of the observatory and I thought my agent took care of the invite for me. I was told you had agreed to come, hence the wonderful sign. I’ll get on her as soon as she gets back with my coffee.

2. Who likes gingerbread? EW! =D

3. I’m sorry for the inconvenience and I hope you will come visit one day anyway. From what I hear, you’re a pretty awesome dude. =D

Love always,
Kaylaface.
5. Majestic Peak Observatory « UDreamOfJanie Says:
January 4th, 2007 at 5:21 pm

[...] [UPDATE: Apparently there was a mix up, and Dr. BA won’t be able to come.Â Â ] [...]
6. JustAl Says:
January 4th, 2007 at 8:02 pm

Look at the size of that moon! And here, I used to believe that book…
7. The Bad Astronomer Says:
January 4th, 2007 at 8:08 pm

In fact, I am a pretty awesome dude.
8. Sticks Says:
January 5th, 2007 at 8:22 am

Would this place be more like it?
9. Astrogirl Says:
January 5th, 2007 at 9:15 am

That was both cute and creative! I love it!
10. Crazy Bob-Astronomy To Go Says:
January 29th, 2007 at 11:39 pm

Sorry for the late post, but upon closer examination of the telescope in the observatory, I hope it a Retractor!

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