She's revelling in her knowledge. Other kids haven't a clue, but at least some are interested. She talked about seeing a Stephen Hawking movie about black holes in class. She talked of the insignificance of humanity when compared to the great mysteries of the universe. It was amazing, and inspiring to hear the growth toward maturity and depth of understanding she is gaining.
Children are wonderful teachers.
While all this was going on, she spotted Arcturus. Still, the view filled me with a feeling of peace, relaxation, wonder. I think it was the same for Mimi. She talked of observing in terms that I told her were meditative. She equated it to becoming absorbed in a great book, losing the world around you.