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Celebrating Lammas: The First Harvest On The Wheel Of The Year
The pagan sabbat Lammas August 1, is a cross quarter day in the Northern Hemisphere. This marks the halfway point between the Summer Solstice and the Autumn Equinox. Lammas marks the First Harvest on the Wheel of the Year. The heat of August still feels very much still Summertime season, but as the month progresses days begin to grow shorter at sunset and Autumn whispers in the air. Corn is abundant now, along with late Summer vegetables and fruit on the trees. The crops are starting to reveal their bounty. First grains such as wheat, barley, and oats are ready to reap what has been sown. In agriculural communities, the…
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Full Moon Aquarius: Creative Self Expression, Freedom, And Community
The Full Moon is at 1 degree 26 minutes Aquarius July 23, 2021. There will be a second Full Moon in Aquarius August 22 at 29 degrees. This July full moon is named the Buck Moon, because male deer shed their antlers and then start to regrow them in July. The July full moon also represents Summer thunderstorms and called Thunder Moon, the hay harvest called the Hay Moon, and the Wort Moon when herbs (worts) are gathered. Aquarius, the Water Bearer sign, connects us to community and our contribution to the world. Aquarius also connects us to our own sense of freedom and autonomy. This Full Moon Aquarius brings…
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New Moon Cancer: Connecting To Intuitive, Sensitive Creativity
The New Moon is in Cancer at 18 degrees July 9, 2021. Cancer is a cardinal water sign ruled by the moon and symbolized by the crab. This new moon brings an energy of watery, sensitivity to creativity and deepened intuition. This is a lovely new moon to devote to self care, as well as creating a nurturing connection to your home. The Cancer New Moon brings healing energy and renewal. Create strong protective energies around yourself and your home, like the shell of the crab. New moon phases are time for new beginnings, starting projects, and setting intentions. With the moon in Cancer, this is an auspicious time for…