Watch the Amazing Taurid Meteor Shower - Nov 5 to Nov 12

Watch the Amazing Taurid Meteor Shower - Nov 5 to Nov 12
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November brings an amazing astronomic spectacle: Halloween Fireballs blazing through the skies!

Throughout much of November, the Earth will be covered by a swarm of unusually large space particles that will generate some amazingly, eye-catching fireball meteors. According to Joe Rao, space watcher, the Taurid meteors, sometimes called "Halloween fireballs," (fireballs are extremely bright meteors) will be radiating from the direction of the constellation Taurus.

This astronomic event will create one of this year's longest meteor showers, with at least a couple of shooting stars per hour from now until November 30. The Taurids will be most active during the one-week time frame starting November 5 through November 12.

Rao explains more about this amazing event: "During peak times, about a dozen or so meteors may be seen per hour by an observer with clear, dark skies. These meteors are often yellowish-orange and, as meteors go, appear to move rather slowly."

For those interested in understanding basic astronomy, meteors -- popularly known as "shooting stars" -- are produced when debris enters and burns up in Earth's atmosphere. The meteors that make up the Taurid meteor shower are attributed to debris left behind by what is called, "Encke's Comet," or perhaps by a much larger comet that upon disintegrating, left Encke and a lot of other rubble in its wake. You'll be able to observe that the Taurid debris stream contains noticeably larger fragments than those shed by other comets, which is why in certain years -- and 2015 is predicted to be one -- this rather elderly meteor stream occasionally delivers a few unusually bright meteors.

Watch This Spectacular Video!

If you want to see what a Taurid meteor shower looks like, watch this video put together by John Chumack (www.galacticimages.com)

What Might the Taurid Meteor Shower Mean to Your Life?

This cosmic event may affect you in unseen, yet mystical ways by bringing unexpected events into your life. Even if your life has been embroiled in confusion, chaos or turmoil, the light from The Taurid may illuminate your path, leading you to a new direction when you need it most. As you look up at the sky, ask yourself: are there any changes you would like to see happen that would make your life happier?

Now is when you may be inspired to find an innovative solution to a troubling problem. All you have to do is to look up at the sky any time from now until November 12th and make a wish. Then, let The Taurids inspire you and bring you a revelation that will change your life. Indeed, that is the magic of seeing shooting stars with your own eyes.

If you want to know how the planets are affecting you now, go to the Free Transit Calculator and entering your birth date. And, if you're curious to learn more about your personal Horoscope and what it says about your love relationships, career, investments and health in: Order your customized Report: Your Horoscope & Future in 2015-16. Or, a report on - Your Love Compatibility.

Larry Schwimmer is an astrologer in private practice. For private consultations, contact him at: Larry@astrodecision.com or go to www.AstroDecision.com

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