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.
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.
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.
ReplyDeleteBeverley, Love the idea of a fullmoon dreamboard! Best wishes on fulfilling your dreams!
DeleteI really love this idea Janie! I'm going to start my Moon Journal in Georgia! Can't wait to see you!
ReplyDeleteAngie, It is glorious to write by the light of the moon. See you soon!
DeleteThis is very interesting. What A Calm Way To Listen For God
ReplyDeleteMichelle, Yes, great point! Be still and know that I am!
ReplyDeleteI love the idea! To write at such a magical time, with all the inspiring night sounds.
ReplyDeleteJill it does feel like an enchanted time! Happy writing.
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ReplyDeleteYour thoughts are wonderful. Very inspiring. I must create a journal by the light of the moon.
~Suzy
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. "
Deletehttp://www.gardenersnet.com/flower/moonflower.htm
Aww. this is mystical & magical & so nourishing.
ReplyDeleteA fully lit eyedear that I think will travel far & wide...
Jan, I agree the moonlight is mystical and magical.
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