The Harvest Moon

As night descends today, what's known as the harvest Moon -- or the full Moon closest to the Autumnal Equinox -- will rise. This particular full Moon is termed the harvest Moon because it allows farmers extra light, and therefore additional time, to bring in their harvest. This moon always hangs low in the sky and often has an orange, red or even pink glow.

 This full Moon is also believed to be a particularly fruitful time of culmination, manifestation and promise -- particularly where romance, relationships and love are concerned. Since the Moon is the heavenly body most associated with granting wishes, let's try some time tested techniques: as you catch sight of this particularly evocative and truly beautiful moon, stop and gaze at it. Literally bathe yourself in the rays of the moon, continually staring into it.

 Concentrate on your wish and desire and then give it a voice. Speak to the Moon, asking in a clear and articulate way for what you want. Tradition says you should see some form of your petition come true before the next new Moon!