We gazed directly at the sun and did not get blinded because of these glasses she let me borrow (& for keeps:) so that we may see the crescent overlap where we felt the sun and the moon in alignment. This universe is vast and we forget that sometimes with all the little things we worry about. In the scheme of things – all is fleeting and all will work out. 
Was able to see the partial eclipse thanks to this rental from a lovely friend. In gratitude for small gestures of generosity all around us.