Thursday, August 24, 2006

And then there were eight

After yesterday's conference in Prague, Pluto is no longer considered a planet. Now, I can't say this really has much of an effect on my life, but I am left with the following question. How am I going to remember the order of the other planets when my favorite mnemonic device no longer applies. For over a decade, I've relied on "My Very Excellent Mother Just Sent Us Nine Pizzas" to guide me in my planetary ramblings. Now what?

Here's a suggestion; others are welcome:

Many Very Eager Majors Join Squadrons Under Noriega

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