Yellow Flower Full Moon Rising

Posted by Sandy Beverly August 15, 2008 at 10:22 p.m.

Saturday evening we will be graced with another full moon. Look for it to rise a little after 8 pm. In Wild Douglas County, Ken Lassman writes that the Osage Indians who lived in this area called the August moon "Yellow Flower Moon" in honor of the yellow flowers of August and September.So while you're waiting for the moon to rise, look around for the yellow blooms of sunflowers and prairie goldenrods. Also keep an eye out for yellow and orange butterflies, including the monarchs, which have begun their southward migration. Maybe that beautiful 'ol moon will rise yellow, too.What's your favorite place in and around Lawrence to watch the moon rise?

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femail (Linda Hanney) says…

Sandy, I love when a full moon shines in the bedroom window.
August 15, 2008 at 11:38 p.m.
tangential_reasoners_anonymous (anonymous) says…

I'm with Linda on that one.... well, not *with* Linda... you know... separate bedrooms and all....BUT, the most memorable moonrise took place on that little mound of a hill at the north end of the dam. My significant other and I had strolled to the hilltop to watch the sunset. As the Sun disappeared, we turned to be surprised by a Harvest Moon rising on the opposite horizon. And for that brief moment, I had a profound sense of the heavens rotating around us.... well, not rotating around us... you know... the Earth doing the rotating and all....
August 15, 2008 at 11:58 p.m.
bearded_gnome (anonymous) says…

: well, not rotating around us: you know: the Earth doing the rotating and all:.---tangyhey tangy, made me wonder what you and your main squeeze were doin' that rocked the earth!
August 16, 2008 at 12:14 a.m.
tangential_reasoners_anonymous (anonymous) says…

As I recall... we were pondering the intricacies of the cosmos.And, then, of course, we walked back down that hill... to the valley below.
August 16, 2008 at 12:23 a.m.
bearded_gnome (anonymous) says…

As I recall: we were pondering the intricacies of the cosmos.---oh, is that what the kids called it then?
August 16, 2008 at 12:30 a.m.
liggyon (David Lignell) says…

Hi Sandy, Not sure I have a favorite place to watch the moon rise...maybe near the water's edge during a vacation. Still, I love a good full moon in the morning on the way to work. Makes me wonder if I'll be privy to strange behavior sometime during the workday (or if that happens regularly under the stress of a workday, anyway).
August 16, 2008 at 6:55 a.m.
justbegintowrite (Ronda Miller) says…

Sandy, thanks for the reminder. I can enjoy a full moon any where and any time. I will make particular notice of it this evening since you blogged about the color yellow and other items of the same color to make note of. I have seen a lot of yellow butterflies and monarchs this year too - I don't have any yellow flowers in my yard, but the other ones I have are exceptional this year with cooler temperatures and a bit more rain.Full moon to remember - arriving at my brother's house in Grants, New Mexico and seeing it come up over the mountains as I looked out his living room window for the first time.I love watching a full moon from the privacy of my backyard though and sharing the joy of it with my neighbors. In particular seeing it around three in the morning when all is still is breath taking.
August 16, 2008 at 5:13 p.m.
sgb (Sandy Beverly) says…

Thanks for comments, all. The moon did indeed rise yellow tonite! My son and I enjoyed our regular full moon celebration from his tree house. Our yard has lots of trees, something we enjoy, but it means we can't see the moon well. (This is why I asked about favorite places to watch the moon rise in Lawrence.) We could find the yellow shine through branches but couldn't see the whole moon in its full, round wonderfulness. One of my full moon's to remember: Sitting on the south rim of the Grand Canyon, seeing the canyon aglow in the setting sun, then seeing the giant full moon rise over the horizon. Still brings to mind the words of a Kathy Mattea song: There's a full moon up and risin' And there's a whisper of a breeze Blowin' through the tangled silver Hanging from the cypress trees. And there's a river made of moonlight Flowin' clear across the lake And there's a million stars just waiting To fall for any wish we make. Darlin' tonight I am reminded How much these two hearts need romance You know it isn't all that often We get this kind of chance Why don't we get caught in this moment? Be victims of sweet circumstance Tonight I feel like all creation Is asking us to dance!
August 16, 2008 at 9:45 p.m.
justbegintowrite (Ronda Miller) says…

Loved the lyrics - off to dance in the moonlight. I will jig, I will belly dance, I will cohert and covert. I will scamper and play, I will turn cartwheels in the fresh mown lawn. I will lie on my back and gaze at moon and stars. I will howl. I will breathe anew with hope that old wounds heal. I will listen to the animal and insect jungle living in each blade of grass. I will feel alive and rejoyce.
August 16, 2008 at 9:53 p.m.
tangential_reasoners_anonymous (anonymous) says…

Ronda, you... lunatic!
August 16, 2008 at 9:58 p.m.
SusieCreamcheeze (anonymous) says…

It was a beauty ......and then the dogs started in ...Howling wolf got nothing on these dogs...
August 16, 2008 at 10:53 p.m.
tangential_reasoners_anonymous (anonymous) says…

I missed it. [sigh] I went for a run, at sunset, but was disappointed that it hadn't risen above the rooftops by the time I arrived back home. Could have benefitted from that *tide* within which the moon always seems to evoke.
August 16, 2008 at 11:06 p.m.
justbegintowrite (Ronda Miller) says…

tange, run at sunset. That in and of itself is inspiring me. Did you immediately fall asleep after getting back to your house, eh? What kept you from peering out later to view? (I know, none of my business), but curious indeed.Susie, why were you howling? :) How long did it last with the pups? Were you outside lounging in your hammock?
August 17, 2008 at 4:35 p.m.
tangential_reasoners_anonymous (anonymous) says…

Ronda: "What kept you from peering out later to view? (I know, none of my business), but curious indeed."I had hoped to have it as a running companion-that *pull*, you know-and I always prefer to view it in the open air, as close to the horizon( preferably rising ) as possible.Sans running mate, again tonight, but the air is so much cooler than thepast couple of weeks, so can't complain. And, after all, it's the Moon'svariability that makes it such a welcome companion, when it appears.
August 17, 2008 at 9:23 p.m.
justbegintowrite (Ronda Miller) says…

Yes, the moon was playing hide and seek this evening. I went for a drive straight into it as it began to climb skyward. Orange tonight. Brilliant, beautiful, gloriously glowing burnt orange. It followed me home this evening so too bad, tange, you are missing out. It is mine, all mine (said in demonic, evil sounding voice). wicked laughter following.It is the fact that it isn't in our sky all the time that makes it so loveable and endearing and precious. I am agreeing with tange on that one! :)This weather is totally awesome - hope it lasts for a month.
August 17, 2008 at 9:58 p.m.
Aisling (anonymous) says…

My favorite place is anywhere that no one can see me change into my alter being of the night. When my hair becomes perrrrrfect. Aw- uuuuuuuu!great, now I have the warren zevon song flitting around in me head--thanks multi! :)
August 18, 2008 at 1:08 p.m.
autie (anonymous) says…

hard to beat that full moon in October..when it feels like you can reach up and touch it. I always enjoy the crescents in december in the morning..right before first light..cold, crisp, still air with lots of stars yet...Son of the Morning Star...
August 18, 2008 at 1:27 p.m.
DougCounty (anonymous) says…

Favorite places where there are clear east horizons to watch the moonrise at/several days after full moon (i.e. NOW!)-Wakarusa Wetlands--walk to the intersection of the 4 roads in the middle, or near 31st, or anywhere you can see a good east horizon. If you're lucky, you can catch bird silhouettes on the face of the moon with a pair of binoculars-Wells Overlook Tower--unparalleled view of the east horizon, no matter how far north or south of east that the moon rises (it changes, you know).--Just east of the Clinton Dam, if you're located just right, you can see WAY down the valley to the east--From the west side of Clinton, along the shore--or from a kayak!--Along the Kaw; if the moon is rising just in the right spot, you can catch it reflecting off the river as it rises--Just west of the Lecompton turnoff on Highway 40, the land rises up and if you look east, there's a great east horizon.--Going east on that road where the old Zarco gas station was on Highway 59, south of Lawrence, there's a nice valley that is a great setting for moonrise.--Getting a map, heading out around sunset and finding your own special spot to watch la luna rise in the east with your sweetie!I'll second the comment above about enjoying the waning moon setting in the west as a great sight as well--puts me in a great mood for the day.
August 18, 2008 at 3:26 p.m.
justbegintowrite (Ronda Miller) says…

Doug, now there is a moon person if ever I read one! Romantic as well?
August 18, 2008 at 7:53 p.m.