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[midwestbramble]

New Storm Moon

Often you will see this moon called the Buck moon because male deer are regrowing their racks (antlers) in preparation for mating season, which are then shed in winter. However, the most impactful part of nature this time of year is the weather. From thunderstorms to tornadoes, this is the time of year to keep an eye on the sky (especially with the cuts to the National Weather Service that happened this year in the United States).

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Contents:

New Moon in Cancer

Planning

Storms

Ancestors

Conclusion

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New Moon in Cancer

The new moon in cancer is a time to nourish yourself and those you consider family. Take some time to indulge in your hobbies, eat your favorite foods, get cozy on the couch and read your favorite book, talk with you favorite people, have friends over for a game night or whatever it is you enjoy doing together.

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Planning

This lunar cycle I drew the Mermaids from the Seasons of the Witch: Litha oracle deck. It really speaks to the themes of the astrology of allowing yourself to be pulled into the depths of the things that you enjoy or something you've been wanting to try that seems scary. Give into that sirens song. I've had so many creative projects rattling around in my head, the problem is what to choose first (all of them, I'll bet I'll choose all of them). There are several things I want to get do in terms of my witchcraft as well. So much to do and so little time.

In all the hubbub, I don't want to forget my garden. I will be starting the fall garden soon. Unfortunately I've been battling the rabbits since May and more than a few of my plants haven't survived. But the raspberries are coming on which is just in time for my plant study of this lunar cycle, which just so happens to be raspberries and blackberries. I'm also planning on expanding my journal collection by starting a couple new ones that will lead into those other siren calls from earlier.

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Storms

This lunar cycle is really a dance between extreme heat (100F/37.778C as a high) and humidity and the cooling rains which quickly turn into sever thunderstorms. When it gets so hot you feel as though you would burst just by stepping outside, the storms come to rip you up and spit you back out, leaving you wind swept yet refreshed.

This is a great lunar cycle to harness the energies of the storm, whether in storm water, binding the winds in a knot, or infusing yourself with the power of lightning itself. There are so many applications to using storms in magic that I encourage you to get creative. Always remember storm safety, however.

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Ancestors

This new moon, if it is raining I will collect some of the water and use it as the water I'll leave on the altar. While water in general is great conductor of spiritual energy (and here I mean spirits specifically), rain/storm water seems to conduct it better than your average tap water (which is what I usually use). It's a similar idea to storms themselves being said to give ghosts more energy to draw from. If I'm able to gather enough, I will use the rain/storm water to wash the altar itself as well.

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Conclusion

There's something about thunder that makes me want to make music, and something about rain that is so soothing. Many people, witches or otherwise, feel drawn to sit out and listen or watch as the storms pass through. They're magnetic and mystical. When the bottom of the sky falls out, what magic will you make?

[larimar]

teaandrosemary

[sotisha]

Tonight is The Full Snow Moon so called because the last snows and frosts of winter will begin to appear around this time. The February Full Moon is also known as the Storm, Chaste, Quickening or Hunger Moon. It is our wake up call. During this time, all in nature is pure and full of potential. The hibernating creatures are beginning to slowly arouse themselves, quickening their heartbeats and creeping out of their dormant period. Mother Earth is gently awakening full of new possibilities. The Snow Moon uses the same force upon us.

This Moon we will be feeling ultra-sensitive and emotional. We may find ourselves feeling strong emotions we don't even understand, happy and laughing one minute, teary and sad the next, we may experience weird and vivid dreams. Don't worry this will quickly pass.

There is a gentle pulling upon our consciousness at this time, we become aroused to the latent forces within ourselves, now is the time to turn the mirror in upon ourselves and see what is reflected. A time to grasp the buds of new paths and ideas and like nature, be prepared to welcome life anew.

February's Full Moon is in Virgo, this is the sign of ambition, truth and work, you should feel a rush of energy and want to get things done. The Virgo Full Moon message is awaken to your heart’s desires and act on your truth, figure out what it really is you want from life, then work out a bold plan to achieve it.

This Full Moon can be emotionally charged. Virgo is larger than life. Virgo rules big emotions. You may feel overly sensitive to the remarks and actions of other people. The Virgo Full Moon may feel pretty intense. If you like things intense, you may well enjoy its spark and energy, but if you’re already feeling somewhat jaded and in need of a rest, it might be a good time to lay low and let the world pass you by for a little while rather than engaging too deeply with it!

The Full Moon will be very bright tonight as it highlights our lives and shows us underneath the masks we all wear on a daily basis. This is a time to harness your inner power and your strengths and look to the future, make plans and be brave in your decisions. The cosmic message is to balance your heart with your head. Find the middle ground in your relationships. Live from your heart, yet, be practical in your approach to your dreams and goals. Plant the seeds of fate within ourselves and watch them develop over the coming months.

The best part of Virgo is the inner child. You are to nourish and protect your childlike innocence. You are to be open to new ideas and fresh perspectives. Be curious about life. Be engaged in the magic of the moment. Be in your heart. Let go of the need to criticize and judge yourself and others, this will kill your creativity, instead allow yourself and others to make mistakes, it is the only way we learn what works and what does not work for us. There’s a sense of free spirited enjoyment, a faith in happy outcomes and the ability to speak from love and the heart.

The Moon is plump with positive energy. There are no negative aspects to this Moon. This is a celebration Moon. Rewards for the hard work and intense striving will come to you. Virgo is an earth sign, Let the earth energy cleanse and heal you, let the moonlight take away any negativity. Mother earth is transforming right now as we move from Winter into Spring and will soon start to blossom and bloom. Let the earth transform you into a beautiful new direction full of potential. This is a time for personal growth and deep cleansing and gathering our strength for what's to come.

Have a blessed Full Moon, May the Goddess watch over you.

[greenwitchcrafts]

All clean and ready for Ostara and the new moon!

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[plasmagrrl]

Storm Moon

[creature-witch]

How fitting that, on the night of the Storm Moon, my plans would be rained out.

[sufi-hearth]

I feel like I should be doing something more interesting during Storm Ciara but I’m cosy and can’t be doing with braving the elements to collect Storm/Full Moon water or do any rituals. I’m sure my craft will survive without it!  Instead I’m wearing multiple layers of knitwear and a scarf. Sat doing my readings for class tomorrow, de-moulding the inside of my window frames and planning a Moon Festival meal from the zillion leftovers I have from this week.