The moon:
JANUARY- WOLF MOON-
The moon of January reminds us to
remember animals of the wild--leave out bread crumbs or set up
a bird feeder to help feed the animals that may die due to
lack of food. It is also a time to protect our family and
clan.
FEBRUARY- CHASTE MOON-
The full moon of late
February is representative of the purity of Spring--this is a
wonderful time to do cleansings. It is a time of renewal and
youth. The signs of Winter will soon fade.
MARCH- SEED
MOON-
This moon marks the beginning of the growing
season--start planning your garden. Contemplate what you would
like to cultivate in your own life. This is the time for
rejuvenation and passion-plant the seeds of a new love.
APRIL- HARE MOON-
The moon of April marks a wonderful
time to perform love magick. This is a time of fertility and
growth.
MAY- DYAD MOON-
This is the month to plant our
gardens. Find ways to grow in your own life. Learn something
new or leave behind a bad habit. This is the time of bonding,
increasing love, and sharing.
JUNE- MEAD MOON-
This is
the month for brewing. Time to pick fresh flowers.
JULY- WORT MOON-
In July it is time to begin
harvesting and drying herbs(worts).
AUGUST- BARLEY
MOON-
Now is the time to harvest those things planted in
March. Cast spells for those things you desire--harvest the
first fruits of your work.
SEPTEMBER- WINE MOON-
Time
to celebrate the grape. Toast family and friends.
OCTOBER- BLOOD MOON-
This is the time of the final
harvest of the fields before the coming Winter--it also marks
the time of slaughter to ensure food for the colder months
ahead. This is a time of deep reflection inwardly--look at
yourself...are there things within that need to be placed in
order?
NOVEMBER- SNOW MOON-
A time to provide warmth
and coziness for your loved ones. Take care of the temple of
self.
DECEMBER- OAK MOON-
With this moon strengthen
relationships, build the Yule fires and bestow gifts upon
those you love.
BLUE MOON OR WITCH'S MOON-
THIS OCCURS
WHEN A MONTH HAS TWO FULL MOONS--THE SECOND ONE IS REFERRED TO
THE BLUE OR WITCH'S MOON. THIS IS A TIME OF SPECIAL POWER--USE
IT WISELY.
To see the phase of the moon at this moment
click on the moon above
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