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Buck Full Moon July 3, 2023 While the days are long, the nights are short, which makes the 2023 Buck Moon meaning all the more magical. As you lay beneath the glow of July’s Full Moon, you feel centered, grounded, and replenished. Connect with its celestial energy while exploring your own sacred rituals. July’s long hot summer days are filled with the intoxicating scent of freshly mowed grass, sunscreen, chlorine, fragrant flowers, and herbs. You watch the clouds lazily float across the sky as you lay on a soft but brightly colored quilt beneath you. A bee buzzes past in search of sweet nectar. Sunlight sparkles through lush green leaves, and life is flouring everywhere you look. When is the Buck Moon 2023? In 2023, July’s Full Moon is called the Buck Moon. It takes place on July 3rd and peaks at 7:39 a.m. Eastern Standard Time. This supermoon is the first of four consecutive supermoons, which is very significant, as the lunar energy will be extremely powerful for a period of more than ninety days. We expect the peak of this power to happen on August 30th, a highly auspicious day, as it will be the closest supermoon of the year, and a blue moon. July’s Buck Moon promised to provide a unique and deeply meaningful experience whether you choose to celebrate with loved ones, go on a solitary moonlight walk, or partake in sacred rituals. What is a Buck Moon? uly’s Buck Moon’s spiritual meaning and name are attributed to the male deer, known as a buck. By late July, the velvety rack of a buck is beginning to form into impressive antlers. This is seen as a symbol of fertility, and it’s truly a magnificent sight to behold! The size and magnitude of a buck’s antlers will hinge on the season’s rainfall and local soil quality. Drought brings a shortage of nutrition and a poor diet which will hinder the buck’s ability to achieve a large rack. During July and August, the buck’s antlers will start to harden and form tips. By mid-September, the velvet will shed, and the buck will be ready for mating season. Not only are buck antlers growing and thriving right now, but so are we! The mighty buck energy brings spiritual themes of strength and ambition into this season of abundance. Use this energy to help fuel your goals and intentions; now is not the time for procrastination. Do your best to avoid distractions. Ask yourself what small goals you can let go of, so you can prioritize and focus on accomplishing your bigger priorities. Buck Moon’s Spiritual Meaning and Intentions Abundance Self-reflection Passion Strength Honesty Vigor Leadership Dreamwork Buck Moon Colors Green Gray Blue Gold - Gold is a very powerful color, and magically it symbolizes fulfillment and connection with our Higher Selves. The gold candle used in this ritual will represent your relationship with your own, inner Divinity and remind you that you are complete. Thunderstorm Moon Reflections July’s Full Moon is also known as the Thunderstorm Moon. Summer thunderstorms have always made me feel moody, creative, and thoughtful. Their intense strength always leaves me in awe. It feels as if Nature is reaching out to remind us of its power. However, a storm can quickly turn into a gentle rain that replenishes the plants and flowers from the scorching hot summer days. Don’t forget to create some Moon Water with your rainwater! July Full Buck Moon Ritual Circle Up above, down below, across the ground and all around, a sacred sphere we gather here! In our hearts we hold the still of time, within this ring our boundary line, there’s no future, present, nor a past, I do decree this circle cast! East Be still, take pause and gather your thoughts, then turn your gaze the the East. As each day begins with the rising of the sun, so each circle shall begin with a unadulterated new beginning. Leave behind that which only serves to distract your focus, and allow the spirits of Air to flow around and through you. This space is sacred and we are free to drop our shields and boundaries without thought of harm to our physical or spiritual selves. Tonight we are in the company of the moon. (light yellow candle in the East) South Send your vibrations soaring to the sky, extending the waves of kinship and connections. For as we look to the South, we feel the warmth and comfort of the Fire spirits. As we glide down our individual sacred paths, we often encounter crossroads; sources of knowing, growing, and sharing. At each we find the comforting hands of those who walk their talk and give more energy than they receive. Gather that which is freely given and rise higher and higher, feeding your soul and strengthening your vision.(light red candle in the south) West As we journey in the spirit realm, we seek the counsel of our ancestors and the lessons found in the footsteps that have walked this land long before our birth. In the West, they wait for our calling, languishing gently among the rising and falling waves gifted to them by the great spirits of Water. For just as the cycle of moisture is replenished across the physical land, the cycle of knowledge is replenished in the spiritual realm. Give thanks knowing that we can reach across the veil at the chosen times to gain the best of both worlds. (light blue candle in the west) North And as the night is ushered in on the remnants of the day, we seek out the spirits of the Earth. For as long as we walk along the trails of this world, we know that they will be there to guide us in the care and nurturing of the land. And when the deep darkness of the night finally blankets the skies, the great power of the Buck Moon will radiate and permeate all things below. We are one with the heavens, we are one with the lunar energy, we are all part of the great source, where nothing is hidden and growth is infinite and magical. (light green candle in the north) Deity For this Buck Moon celebration, we call upon the God Cernunnos to join our circle and guide our way to a greater understanding of the power of the stag and it’s many spiritual strengths. Great God, I humbly invoke you in the name of all who gather here. Join us and impart wisdom, knowledge, strength, and guidance. Stretch your protective arms around this circle so each individual may feel comforted and without fear while we open our spiritual selves to be immersed in the cleansing light of the moon. (light Deity candle) Opening Statement This year, the Full Buck Moon has an elevated significance for those with a personified or sacred connection with the moon. As the energy rises and the moisture is pulled from deep in the earth to the surface, the land will push forth new life from every pore. The tides will stretch higher upon the beaches, giving the sea life access to resources necessary for growth. Energy streams will be stronger, giving an extra boost of power to spellwork and a greater depth of understanding to necessary immersions in shadow work. This is the moment of a great happening and the oyster of the world is open. Take heed, gather focus, and step boldly into your future! Musical Interlude Music is one of the most powerful and primitive methods of raising energy. Thunderous drumming and rhythmic chanting stir something deep within each of us, bringing forth the endless energies of our very existence. It’s freeing, stirring, and mesmerizing. As we listen, we release, and as we release, we grow and our thoughts multiply, entwine, and expand. For this month’s ritual I’ve chose a song by Heilung, a group you listen to, not with your ears, but with your heart. Close your eyes and let the energy of this piece, Anoana, fill your soul. July Full Moon – Lesson of the Session – Eyes Wide Open Eyes wide open, can be interpreted in many different ways, both physically and spiritually. For our context it symbolizes keeping your physical eyes, your third eye, and your spiritual sense of seeing, open to positive influences. Positive influences can come in many forms and look differently to each of us, mostly because of our differing spiritual paths. What can be good for one person, can be spectacular and life changing for another, and vice versa. It’s one of the aspects of paganism that never ceases to amaze. Our individual growth is unique and directly related to our calling. We are not mindless sheep, following the crowd, for better or worse. But, even in a circle filled with individuals; each succeeding in their own unique and wonderful way, there are still a few ‘common ground’ things we can all benefit from, in one way or another. The powerful lunar energy of the full moon is a universal source of powerful energy, that everyone subscribes to, whether directly or indirectly. That is why we’re going to make it the focus of this gathering. Full moon energy crosses all divides, no matter how great. It permeates everything, moves around and through inanimate objects, and fills every organic and living being with energy. At that point, however, it stops being similar. Like any gift, what each person does with it afterwards, is strictly up to them, and there are a rare few of us, who become so overwhelmed with the lunar power, that it takes control over their actions. With the supermoon peaking on the 3rd, the world is entering a lengthy period of elevated lunar energy. All things will be enhanced and illuminated, even after the moon has gone to dark and through it’s waning phase. The residual charge of a supermoon will linger, resonating and pulsating with the charge of the peak. Because it falls during the peak of the summer, the powerful solar energy of the days will support it, meaning that very few factors will exist to cause dissipation. And with three successive supermoons following this night, that charge will remain strong, even building in strength, throughout the summer. This never-ending day-night cycle of energy is something many people have never experienced before. It will be a complete rebirthing of our environment, and we mustn’t allow it to pass without utilizing it for our own growth. Pay attention to nature, to your surroundings, and to those who you interact with regularly. Look further, deeper, and beyond the boundaries that you might usually allow yourself to find supportive. Periods of high energy are periods of universal signs, some are directional while others are warnings. Keep vigilant and don’t be afraid to ask your mentors for help in deciphering them. Now is also a great time to share; lead a hand when you see a need, give guidance, and teach others. Your efforts will be rewarded in multiples. Above all, take time to meditate, study and practice, and document your findings. Spiritual growth only comes when we, as individuals, put in the time and effort to seek a higher vibration in life. Light a candle, focus your energy, and seek the answers to that which has posed questions in your life. And, as you contemplate on what to release during the cleansing portion of this ritual, give attention to this upcoming energy cycle. It very well might be the best time in your life to permanently shed some of your heaviest baggage, as there will be support coming from every direction. So much positive energy will be flowing that you’ll find it an ally of epic strength and endurance. If any time was the right time to finally shed the weight, it is now. Pain can be endured. Hurts can be healed. Magick can and will happen. Negativity Be Gone – Cleanse, Clear, Mature, and Thrive The full moon provides a monthly opportunity to release the negative energy that pollutes each and every one of us. Some things may have had a role in our lives, but no longer do. We may have outgrown them, or saw that they were a crutch. Other things may have been thrust upon us, or hung over our heads for decades, like a dark cloud. Some negative energy sources exist as touch points in life, such as people we interact with, our jobs, or even our significant other. Due to their insecurities, they may be using us, abusing us, or simply demeaning us. Whatever the source, baggage is baggage, and it’s time to leave it at the station and move on down the line. Some bags will be easy to drop, while others might be complicated and problematic. Life just seems to be that way. But the good news is that no matter what, you are still in control and even if you can’t release it today, you can at least identify it, compartmentalize it, minimize how it affects your life, and work on a solution to ridding yourself of it as soon as possible. It’s important to clear these hurdles out of our lives, as they prevent us from reaching the highest version of ourselves. We cannot be free to fly to dizzying heights if the anchors of negativity are chained to our ankles. So now, as the thoughts are flowing and the energy is supportive, I ask each of you to take time to dive deeply into your subconscious and seek out the things that are holding you back. Find the fears, the self-imposed limitations, the energy vampires and manipulators who are trying to run your life for their benefit and not yours. Look for the places that make you sad, the actions that steal your time without any real value, and the moments that lead to your sadness and tears. You know what is in your way. But you also know that you have the power to clear the path. Now, I invite you to write them down and prepare to release them. Now, if you have something you wish to release, then please approach the flames, commit the sheet to the fire, (or at your home) watch it burn away and send it to the skies above in an act of permanent banishment. As you burn your paper or items, say “I banish that which no longer serves me, now and forever, I choose to be free”. Cleansing is both uplifting and exhausting. It’s an emotional battle within. And yet, it’s a battle which must be fought and must be won. We are lighter, more agile and nimble with the weight of that unwanted baggage lifted from our spiritual selves. Yet, do not leave here thinking this is permanent. Those who had the cords will certainly feel them being cut away. The places of negativity will still exist, waiting to lure you back inside. Bad habit are easy to fall back into. Cleansing leaves an empty space in your heart and soul. That space must be filled with positive things or it’s susceptible to negativity again. Do not break the resolve you have committed to on this night. Follow through on your commitment to yourself. Set new goals, find new things, commune with nature, use your time wisely and effectively. Step forth with a purpose and do not look behind you, as you aren’t going backwards. You are going forward with a newfound passion for life, growth, and above all, your own happiness. Closing the July Full Moon Circle North As we have ushered in this glorious night, alas, it is now time to bow to the spirits of the Earth and make our grand exit. For our magickal work is complete and together we have shed tears that have fallen upon the land. Our spirits are energized, although our flesh be weakened by the great ordeal of cleansing. And yet, we remain gloriously hopeful, for the lunar energy has filled us to overflowing, diminishing our fears, and preparing us for the days ahead. (extinguish green candle in the north) West We have called our powers back on this full moon night, like the power of a flowing river in a summer storm, we stand united with the spirits of Water, knowing that no obstacle will stand in our way. Whether through it, around it, or beneath it, we shall continue in our journey forward, growing both mentally and spiritually along the way. (extinguish blue candle in the west) South Our eyes remained transfixed on the lingering flames, with memories of those things which no longer serve us being consumed and removed from our lives. The spirits of Fire will forever be our ally in the quest to become the best version of ourselves and we can always trust in that knowledge. We’ve surrendered those things which have clouded our vision and cast darkness over our pathway, and now we see the clarity of growth, enlightenment, and peace. (extinguish red candle in the south) East From start to finish, we now look once again to the direction of a new day. For as the sun rises tomorrow, truly, it will be a new day. A new life starts with the first light and yet the first breeze will remind us of the spirits of Air, and how they carried away the smoke of that which no longer served us. And each day after, we shall be again reminded so that nothing shall move us from the path we have chosen. Take the first step into this new life, gathering positivity, light, and powerful energy along the way. (extinguish yellow candle in the East)/COLOR] Deity Great God Cernunnos, we offer our endless gratitude for all that you have given us, on this night, and all other nights. We honor you for sharing your strength. We praise you for your guidance. As the full moon continues to shine, we shall linger in it’s light, carrying the magick of this night and your presence at the forefront of those thoughts. (extinguish Deity candle) I now dissolve this chosen space, return those powers back to space. Our work is finished for this night, we bring to end this sacred rite. This or most of it was written by thegyspy, I want to give her a big thank for it and the guidance through this Ritual. Some of you may wonder how in my own life can I have a fire or get with a group or.... in your mind take what is said, write the things down then tear them up, a fire is the best and final way but in your heart and mind you can take what is said to help you along the way. Have a great month and I will be back next full moon. Here is the horoscopes for all of you, enjoy.. Aries (21 March – 19 April) This cardinal fire sign symbolized by the ram will be all about their career this full moon. They will be motivated to grab new opportunities and make great strides on their professional front. They will approach all tasks with a certain fearlessness and ambition, which will work wonders for them in the long run. Taurus (20 April – 20 May) The steadfast earth sign of Taurus — symbolized by the celestial bull — will be raring to move out of their comfort zones. Be it an international work trip or even relocation for education purposes, some kind of travelling is on the cards for them. This indeed seems to be like a positive period of transformation for the resilient zodiac sign. Gemini (21 May – 20 June) A big decision regarding love and partnerships awaits this curious air sign symbolized by the twins. They would be prompted to let go of an old connection which no longer serves them. Their finances will be impacted in a big way, too. Cancer (21 June – 22 July) This is a make-or-break period for this emotional water sign ruled by the moon. The crab will finally conclude a pending decision about their relationship. They will either go for a long-term commitment like marriage or engagement, or they will decide to take a step back and move on from a toxic relationship. Leo (23 July – 22 August) Symbolized by the lion and ruled by the sun, this zodiac sign needs to take extra care of its health and fitness this full moon. A goal towards maintaining a proper work-life balance is recommended for all Leos. Virgo (23 August – 22 September) This will come as a pleasant surprise, but the otherwise fastidious, disciplined and goal-oriented earth sign of Virgo will only have romance on their mind this full moon! There is a chance that singles will finally meet their matches, and those in already committed relationships might expect a piece of good news like an announcement of a pregnancy. Libra (September 23 – 22 October) The balance-loving air sign will be fully concentrated on their homefront this full moon. They would either be involved in making structural changes to their abode or catering to ailing old members of their family. Overall, it is a time for domestic bliss for them. Scorpio (23 October – 21 November) This intense water sign is usually termed intimidating by the other zodiacs, and they like to remain in their mystical yet magnetic shadow, seldom trusting people. But this full moon, they would want to open up and make meaningful connections. This rare period will see them turning into social butterflies. Sagittarius (22 November – 21 December) The focus for this last fire sign, symbolized by the archer, will be on their career and wealth. It is important that they calculate their finances carefully and take a decision about a job switch or making the best of current opportunities presented to them on the work front. Capricorn (22 December – 19 January) It is the Capricorn’s time to rise and shine as those born under the earth sign are likely to get all their dreams fulfilled, especially about their jobs and career. Those dealing with identity crises will find a sense of purpose. Aquarius (20 January – 10 February) This might be a tad bit overwhelming period for the last air sign symbolized by a water carrier. This progressive zodiac might feel a need for closure. It is advised they take self-care seriously and focus on self-reflection to process their current reality. Pisces (February 19 – March 20) This meditative water sign will be inclined towards socializing and making new friends. Those born under the sign, represented by the two fishes, will also be interested in evaluating all their relationships on a personal and professional level.         kajira belongs fully to Master Adomis4u2 |
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If I could see the Elqui Valley, and see the full moon there, it would seem to you that you can touch it with your hand, it is a beautiful place to see the stars and the moon, needless to say, greetings to the whole universe
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