and is currently at the other side of the sun where we cannot see it.
I think it's not behind the sun any longer if that's what you meant. It was for quite a while but it should be "visible" now again. IIRC it's going to be closest to earth in the middle or end of this month, although not sure if visible by the naked eye.
oh yes you are right. It is back within the cross hairs. Think only telescopes