Observers/observations according to SR

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In discussions of Special Relativity, it is emphasized that events can be simultaneous in one frame but not in another due to the relative motion of observers. The analogy of two observers viewing different houses illustrates that observations can be observer-dependent, yet the existence of those houses remains observer-independent. The conversation also highlights the importance of light signals in determining simultaneity, as observers at different distances will receive information at different times. Critics argue that the presented sketches misrepresent the nature of light paths and simultaneity lines, asserting that colocated observers would see the same event simultaneously. Ultimately, the dialogue underscores the complexity of understanding observations within the framework of Special Relativity.
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From the start something is terribly going wrong in this thread and I can still not find out what or where.
I thought my last diagram sketch would make more sense to you all, but apparently I made it worse!
I think I better drop this thread until I've sorted out how to read not only your words, but your minds.
 

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