July's Full Moon is called the Blessing Moon. At this time of year, corn and tomatoes are ripening, along with many vine plants such as squash and cucumbers. As we enjoy the early harvests of Mother Earth's abundance, we also reap our own personal first harvests. The energies of this Full Moon are those of success and appreciating our own accomplishments. This is the perfect time to look at all the good things we have and all that we have accomplished and to "count our blessings".
This moon is also known as the "Wort Moon" (from the Old English word "wyrt" meaning "plant"). Herbs have been growing in abundance over the past few months and those which flower have likely already done so. They are ready to be harvested. The herbs you harvest at this time can be dried to last through the winter months.
Other names for this moon are "Ripe Corn Moon", "Hay Moon", and "Meadow Moon". The corn and hay in the fields are ready to be harvested and the meadows are at their greatest point of growth.
No, I'm not talking about Team Edward vs. Team Jacob!
Today's Full Moon is known as the Strong Sun Moon. We are just past the Summer Solstice, the time of year when the sun reaches its peak. From now on until the Winter Solstice the days will slowly get shorter. But right now, the days are long and the sun shines brightly until late in the day. The crops in the fields are nearing the time of the first harvest, and Mother Earth's abundance is all around us. The long, warm days encourage us to get outside and play and explore nature. Take a hike, go for a swim, ride a bike, eat dinner outside, or just lounge around and bask in the sun's rays. It's summer!
"April showers bring May flowers." Last month's rains nourished the earth and now the flowers are blooming under the warm sun. The mild weather between the cold of winter and the heat of summer makes this perfect gardening weather. Time to get outside and get your hands in the soil! The warm weather encourages us to go out and play.
The storms of the last month have nourished the earth. The weather is getting warmer, the grass is green, and wildflowers are popping up.
Tonight we celebrate the Chaste Moon. The earth is fertile and overflowing with potential for the creation of new life. This is a time of new beginnings, a time to honor the purity and balance of nature. The first spring flowers are beginning to sprout, baby animals are starting to appear, and bird song fills the air. At this time Nature is pure potential waiting to be fulfilled. 
