Jackassalope

A Dark Day Afternoon

New England states witnessed dark skies engulf the region one afternoon in 1780. Residents of the northeast didn’t know what to think about the phenomena. Animals bedded down early while some people prayed expecting the end of days. The dark sky gave off and bronze glow, and when night finally fell, no moon or stars could be seen. No one could find a source of the mystery until last year.

Now a days our first explanation of such an incident would be ash from a wildfire or volcanic eruption, but since communication was slow in the 1700s, this couldn’t be proven. In fact, until recently, an actual source for the premature nightfall was never discovered. As it turns out, the dark skies were the result of a fire in Canada. However, fire scar evidence wasn’t found and dated until 2007.

It’s amazing how far we’ve come with technology. And with technological advances, we gain more insight on the eerie occurrences life has to offer. In the end, I’m not sure if I like knowing all of the answers. Has it made me more of a cynic? Do I question all that can’t be explained? Sometimes, it’s nice to chalk it up to miracles or the paranormal. Mysteries add spice and uncertainty to the world. But as much as I like the unknown, I can’t help myself from trying to find the answers anyway.