Moon Over Me

Earlier this week was a full moon; not just any moon, but a super moon. It was in the news, social media, and people everywhere were talking about it for several days before. This moon was closer to earth than it’s been in almost seventy years.  An event I didn’t want to miss.

I had a late afternoon appointment, and by the time it was finished the sky was already dark. As I whipped my head around to and fro to find this super moon, it was a bit cloudy, but a beautiful sight to witness.

I’m fortunate to live close to one of the great lakes….Lake Michigan. I had the brilliant idea of heading down to the lakefront to get a clear view over the water, with no city or light distractions. I was in awe as I winded around the road that lead to the beach; the moon was beaming through the misty clouds. Upon arrival, I wasn’t the only one to have the same stellar idea; two to three dozen cars surrounded the area. There was a constant stream of cars coming and going.

I parked near the beach, jumped out of the car and headed through the tall grasses, and sand to get closer to the water. The weather was mild with only a slight nip in the air. I stood in the sand gazing up at the beautiful night sky, as the moonbeam cast a glow over the beach. The water was gently lapping up against the shore, as people stood quietly talking to each other, while some children played in the sand. The beach was peppered with flashes of lights from cameras to capture the moon’s beauty.

Looking up into the universe I felt so insignificant on one hand, yet special on the other. It was spiritual and calming as I breathed in the fresh, lake front air. It felt like a good time to set my intentions; getting rid of old and bringing in the new. I snapped a few pictures from my phone; but they didn’t do the moon justice. It was magnificent.

Leaving the beach I felt happy and inspired. The moon over me was a new beginning of sorts. We all get the chance to reinvent ourselves with each new day. Get rid of the old that isn’t for our highest good and make way for blessings. Open your heart and listen…….they will come.

xoxox…..Sheryl