
A Super Blue Moon: A Celestial Wonder and a Connection to the Past
Tomorrow night, the skies will be graced with a super blue moon, an event as rare as it is beautiful. For those unfamiliar, a blue moon is the second full moon in a single calendar month. When this coincides with the moon’s closest approach to Earth, we get what’s known as a “super blue moon.” This combination is so rare that the next one won’t occur until 2037, making tomorrow’s spectacle a must-see.
Full moons have always captivated me. There’s something about their luminous presence in the night sky that feels deeply spiritual. As I watch the moon rise, I feel a connection to the earth and to something much older than myself—an ancient rhythm that has guided countless generations before me.
I’ve often wondered if my affinity for the moon is tied to the spiritual practices of my ancestors. My parents converted to Christianity, but I believe that before that, their ancestors practiced pagan rituals, closely connected to the cycles of nature. This belief isn’t just based on a hunch—there were signs throughout my childhood that linked my family to these old ways.
My mom, for example, had a sixth sense that was almost uncanny. She knew how to remove the evil eye—a skill that was passed down from her own mother—and she would hang brooms upside down near doors for protection. There was a sacredness to these practices that I only fully appreciated as I grew older.
I miss my mom terribly, especially during moments like this when the moon is full or new. She passed away in 2022, and not a day goes by that I don’t think of her. During a full moon, I feel her presence most strongly. It’s as if the moonlight carries her spirit, wrapping me in a gentle embrace that bridges the gap between this world and the next.
As the super blue moon rises tomorrow, I’ll be looking up, feeling the pull of the past and the comforting presence of my mom. I hope you take a moment to step outside and let the moon’s light wash over you. It’s a reminder of the beauty and mystery that still exists in our world, and of the connections that continue to bind us to those we’ve lost.
Let’s all take a moment to appreciate this rare celestial event and reflect on the loved ones who are no longer with us, but who continue to influence our lives in ways both seen and unseen.
xoxoxo
-The Not So Common Gal