Rozanne Rapozo wrote, "The full Moon passed in front of the reddish planet Mars on the night of December 7th just as the planet was at its nearest to Earth and brightest."

"This was a rare event (only happens about every 2 years), made all the more special because December 7 was the 50th anniversary of the launch of Apollo 17, the last time people landed on the Moon."

Thanks to Rozanne for allowing me to share her dramatic photo with you here.

Cold morning, blue skies and a calm ocean - yes, it's a lovely day on the Mendonoma Coast!