Today is the super Pink Moon. The moon will not look pink, unfortunately, but as a supermoon, it will appear to be larger and brighter as it rises. The pink is because of the abundance of phlox, an early spring flower. Other names for the April full moon are Frog Moon and Moon When The Geese Lay Eggs. Due to being outdoors several hours a day, I am noticing--more than ever--the blossoms and new growth on neighborhood trees and shrubs. At forest school, we recently noticed two

One of the names for the March full moon is Worm Moon. Others are Wind Strong Moon and Goose Moon. Recently, while walking along Tomales Bay, my husband and I saw a pair of Canada Geese. . . . It's the little things like being with a mate who will linger for several quiet minutes to observe visiting geese. In spring, these geese eat grasses and sedges, including eelgrass, which is plentiful here. Canada Geese mate for life with very low divorce rates. The geese reminded m

One of the names for the February full moon is Storm Moon. Another is Snow Moon. Traditionally, the full moon name was given to each lunar cycle. My made-up name for this cycle is Welcome Newness Moon. Suddenly, in my home place, signs of spring are appearing. Tiny forget-me-not flowers (Myosotis scorpioides) are popping up. Velvety willow buds invite my touch. A brush with nettles causes a stinging sensation that reminds me, "Spring is here! Spring is here!" It's sunny and w

Happy Full Moon! One of the names for the January full moon is Wolf Moon. Another is Cold Moon. Typically, the names are based on what is happening in nature during that particular moon cycle. The original people of my home place are Miwoks. I will need to do some gentle research. I am curious what their names are for the full moons. If I were to name this full moon, I might name it the Elephant Seal Moon, because at this time of year, our local beaches are home to breeding E