Another month is gone and yet we still are not through this challenging year. Tonight is the second to the last full moon that we will see this year. The last one will occur on the 29th of December. Last month’s blue moon and the current full moon have been especially beautiful, rising big and bright in the east and still visible in the west, in the very early morning.
Humans have always had a fascination with the moon. It draws us out, instilling a sense of wonder. Some animal species have learned to time their hunting during the full moon, when they can more easily find their prey. Prior to the convenience of electric lights, human beings had to base some of their activities on the extra light provided by the moon. While it is somewhat controversial as to whether or not the phases of the moon affect us physiologically, I like to think of the moon as a reminder that I too, can reflect light. We are not the source of the light, but that which we reflect, attracts others. We can turn our backs on our fellow human beings, choose to live on “the dark side of the moon”, and live lives filled with hatred and violence; or we can turn our faces to the light, reflecting with a smile, the light of kindness.
The people in our lives reflect back to us that which is in our own hearts. They are our mirrors. Those who live in darkness are repelled by the light, like a vampire in the night. If you are reflecting love and kindness, you will attract more of the same. It is another simple law of nature. As you look out upon the full moon this evening, I hope you are reminded of how great is your capacity, to reflect light and to reflect love.
