Is there any idea more romantic than taking your vows under the light of the moon?
No longer the exclusive domain of fairytales and nursery rhymes, marrying under the light of the moon is now a real possibility since the recent change to UK law which restricted when weddings could legally take place. The effect of the moon on our emotions has long held sway in esoteric teachings and the idea of marrying under the light of the moon is that it amplifies the effects of romance, emotions and openness.
People have been planting seeds according to the moon for centuries, and the thinking is, that using the moon cycle to help determine other aspects of our lives is a natural and celestial extension.
The moon orbits Earth and doesn't cast any light of its own. The reason we see it is because the light from the sun is reflected off it. It takes 28 days for the moon to fully orbit Earth and during this time it goes through four main phases: the full moon, the waning moon, the new moon and the waxing moon. It is during these lunar cycles that some people believe the moon can have an effect on life events.
The best time to get married according to the lunar cycle is during the period between the waxing moon and the full moon - its thought that this will ensure that the relationship will be a happy and prosperous one.
Try to avoid the full moon because although the run up to the full moon is good for relationships the actual full moon can cause tension or nervousness. Also the waning moon should be avoided if possible because this will only encourage arguments.
Know your moons:
Full Moon
The full moon has always been considered a magical time and as the moon grows from waxing to full so too will the power you put into anything positive. Witches were believed to cast positive spells during a full moon and it is considered an ideal time to make positive changes in your life.
Waning Moon
The waning moon looks as if it is diminishing and casts a C-shape. It enters this phase about three to 10 days after the full moon. The waning moon is the ideal time to banish things from your life. Whether you want to get rid of an unsuitable partner, break a habit such as smoking or lose weight this is the time to do it.
New Moon
When there is a new moon you can’t actually see it in the sky but that doesn’t mean that it’s not there. It’s not visible to us because there is no reflection from the sun during this phase. The new moon marks a time for new beginnings so if you are looking for a new relationship, a new home or even a whole new life this is the ideal time to go for it.
Waxing Moon
When you look into the sky and the moon is shaped like a D it is in its waxing phase. This is the ideal time to embark on something you want to happen in your life. For example if you are looking for a new job it’s a good time to arrange an interview. The waxing moon comes between seven and 14 days after the new moon and has been shown to be an auspicious time for success, courage, luck, health and friendship so if you are looking for a new circle of friends join a club when the moon is in its waxing phase.
Thinking of a moon wedding?
Like sunset, its the perfect time for a bride to look ethereal, especially if she opts for a white dress. Moonlight bounces off white fabric which will make the couple glow if they both go for this colour.
Forget a wedding breakfast, what about a midnight feast instead?
Pearls are the perfect go to jewellery for a moonlit wedding as are shimmering fabrics.
Keep flowers simple and white to play up the bouncing light
Find a photographer who's a night owl and specialises in night photography - you're sure to get some fabulous once in a lifetime shots.
And of course, we couldn't end this post without a happily ever after wedding reading from nothing less than the poem that inspired the namesake of this blog:
The Owl and the Pussy-Cat
BY EDWARD LEAR
I
The Owl and the Pussy-cat went to sea
In a beautiful pea-green boat,
They took some honey, and plenty of money,
Wrapped up in a five-pound note.
The Owl looked up to the stars above,
And sang to a small guitar,
"O lovely Pussy! O Pussy, my love,
What a beautiful Pussy you are,
You are,
You are!
What a beautiful Pussy you are!"
II
Pussy said to the Owl, "You elegant fowl!
How charmingly sweet you sing!
O let us be married! too long we have tarried:
But what shall we do for a ring?"
They sailed away, for a year and a day,
To the land where the Bong-Tree grows
And there in a wood a Piggy-wig stood
With a ring at the end of his nose,
His nose,
His nose,
With a ring at the end of his nose.
III
"Dear Pig, are you willing to sell for one shilling
Your ring?" Said the Piggy, "I will."
So they took it away, and were married next day
By the Turkey who lives on the hill.
They dined on mince, and slices of quince,
Which they ate with a runcible spoon;
And hand in hand, on the edge of the sand,
They danced by the light of the moon,
The moon,
The moon,
They danced by the light of the moon.
