Friday, June 19, 2015

By the Light of the Moon

By Janie Reinart

“Shoot for the moon. Even if you miss, 

you'll land among the stars.”

~ Norman Vincent Peale



On warm summer nights, look at the stars and behold the moon. Pay attention to other nighttime wonders too, like the singing of tree frogs and the twinkling of fireflies.





In the Japanese Kamakura era (1185-1333 AD), Buddhism influenced art and literature. Moon gazing parties were held in gardens to read and write poetry about the moon.

Husking rice?
a child squints up?
to view the moon.
~Matsuo Basho





Consider creating a Moon Journal to record poems, scientific observations, sketch pictures, or write about dreams.Your journal will hold your discoveries and be a place for surprises. Share your creations in the comments.


View image | gettyimages.com



Night’s shadow fingers
Reaching across expanses
Barely hold the moon
by Janie Reinart

12 comments:

  1. Lovely! Love the quotes and photos. Most months on the full moon I create a fullmoon dreamboard. It really helps to focus on the month ahead - what dreams I am seeking.

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    1. Beverley, Love the idea of a fullmoon dreamboard! Best wishes on fulfilling your dreams!

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  2. I really love this idea Janie! I'm going to start my Moon Journal in Georgia! Can't wait to see you!

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    1. Angie, It is glorious to write by the light of the moon. See you soon!

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  3. This is very interesting. What A Calm Way To Listen For God

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  4. Michelle, Yes, great point! Be still and know that I am!

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  5. I love the idea! To write at such a magical time, with all the inspiring night sounds.

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    1. Jill it does feel like an enchanted time! Happy writing.

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  6. Janie:
    Your thoughts are wonderful. Very inspiring. I must create a journal by the light of the moon.
    ~Suzy

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    1. Suzy, I can see you writing in your moonlit garden. :) Do you know about moon flowers? "Moonflowers are nocturnal bloomers, perfect for night owls and late night strollers. After sunset, these huge white flowers bloom and glow all night in the moonlight. Then, as the sun rises, they close their fragrant blooms. "
      http://www.gardenersnet.com/flower/moonflower.htm

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  7. Aww. this is mystical & magical & so nourishing.
    A fully lit eyedear that I think will travel far & wide...

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  8. Jan, I agree the moonlight is mystical and magical.

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