Aug. 31: Once in a Blue Moon

This month we're going to see a rather unusual occurrence, and that's the lunar phenomenon called a Blue Moon. Because the lunar calendar and the one we use on paper don't match up exactly, every once in a while we end up with two full moons falling within a calendar month. That second moon is traditionally known as a blue moon, and in some magical traditions, it's considered a sort of spiritual bonus round. It's a time of new beginnings, and of getting things right that you messed up or missed the first time through. Some groups use it as a period of initiation and re-dedication, so if there's something new you need to start, now's a good opportunity to do so: What is a Blue Moon?

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