MARS HOAX

This is simply a heads up to what is possibly the most commonly repeated hoax of all time..

I would be very, very afraid if mars got so close it "appeared" the same size as the moon. As Sky and Telescope points out, it probably started out as an interesting, informative and accurate article (the hoax that is) then got altered as many things do when they get passed around (played telephone lately?).

"The Mars chain letter is not a bad thing, it's a good thing. It is basically harmless, so it is an immunization. That is, if you make a fool of yourself to your family and friends by sending it to them, you may be embarrassed enough that you'll be less likely to send them the next e-mail chain letter you get — which may not be so harmless."

P. S.: The first place to check for facts about any internet rumor, hoax, or urban legend is www.snopes.com. Bookmark it.

A link to Sky and Telescope's article will provide further details.

Mike