Following the light of the sun, we left the Old World.

— Inscription on Columbus' caravels

El Sol

Like I wrote on my blog, I really couldn't find a perfect focus.  It's hot now!

El Sol

Nice one

where is your blog?
URL?

John, it's a really nice

John,
it's a really nice shot. Why not try a shot like this once a week to show solar rotation?

Focus

You need to concentrate on the Sun's edge more than the "spots". Getting the edge sharp as you can and the "spots" will become clear and sharp. If you magnify this image you can see the outer edge is not sharp. Good luck !