I was outside earlier this evening(July 31st), around 7:45p or so, checking the water in the garden and noticed how lovely the Moon looked. It was still light out, and would be for another hour or so, but it wasn't glaringly bright; just enough to accentuate the features on the surface nicely. The Lady in the Moon stood out magnificently and Mares Serenitatis, Tranquillitatis, and Fecunditatis seemed so richly colored. I went in and picked up the bins so that I could just enjoy looking for awhile. Everything looked so clear and crisp through the bins. and it all seemed so...solid.
I think she's been trying to get my attention all week. I've been watching her grow each afternoon and evening as I scurry about doing odds and ends that, at the time, seemed most important that I get done. I almost ignored her even today. After all, the garden needed watering and there was another load of laundry to do. But, considering the day it's been, maybe that's why her pull seemed especially strong. She knew I needed to stop and just be for awhile.
And, she was right. It was nice just to visit for a time; to just be. It didn't matter what chores still needed to be completed; it didn't matter what I was wearing or that my hair was messed up. She didn't care what country I live in, or how much money I have or don't have , or what my spiritual or political beliefs are. She didn't care what I drive or what my home looks like. She just wanted me to stop for awhile, take a breath, and remember what things are important.
While I was looking up at her tonight I wondered if any of you were doing the same--taking a break, looking up, and just...being.
