Moon Joy
The Urban Moon Reassures Us
Sometimes the lunar beauty outshines the lights of the city
When we first moved to the shores of Lake Superior, we tried our best to watch a full moon rise from the water but weren’t always successful.
Our compass pointed us in the general direction, but well past the time, still nothing. Then, finally, we realized one large sign was right in the way.
We thought we were smart, but not so; we should have gone on foot to the shore.
Since then, we have gone back and made sure our line of site was clear. Our treks, figuring out where to park and stand, even in cold weather, are well worth the effort.
Why do we go to those lengths? There is something about the orange ball on the horizon and the emerging reflections of light spreading across the waves.
There is also a special significance when, back in our apartment, we see the moon above an urban landscape.
One would think light pollution might detract from the moon’s beauty, but on the contrary, it reminds us of special meaning.
The moon is, above all, spreading its light on those living and hard at work in cities and farms.
When we look up, we remember that humanity sees the same sky. And not to be too trite, each moon is for all of us.
Thanks to one of our helpful editors, BOFace who minces no words but wakes me up in a good way.
If you enjoyed this little essay, please take a look at another ‘sky’ approach.
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