The Strawberry Moon: A Shared Moment in Time

The Strawberry Moon is tonight, and as I look up at it, I can’t help but feel a sense of wonder. It’s one of those rare sights in the sky that has a way of bringing people together. There’s something magical about seeing the world’s natural beauty—especially when it’s not something you get to witness every day.

But what’s even more striking is how the Strawberry Moon seems to bring everyone into the same moment. If you scroll through your social media feed tonight, you’ll see it everywhere—people from all over sharing photos of the same moon. While the images are stunning, nothing compares to seeing it with your own eyes. The full, glowing moon in all its glory—sometimes, a picture just doesn’t do it justice.

What strikes me, though, is the need to share. It’s not just about seeing the moon. It’s about wanting others to experience it too. We capture the moment, not just to preserve it for ourselves but to connect with others, to say, "Look at this! It’s beautiful, and I want you to see it too." There's something powerful in that—wanting to share an experience, even if we’re far apart.

The Strawberry Moon is a rare gift that reminds us how fleeting life’s moments are. This is the last one in this form for many years, which makes it even more special. It’s a reminder to stop, take in the beauty around us, and appreciate the fleeting moments we share with others.

As I stood outside, holding my daughter’s hand, gazing at the moon, I couldn’t help but think about where we would be in 18 years. The world changes, and we change with it—but in that moment, standing together, it felt like some moments are meant to last, even if they’re fleeting.

In the end, that’s what makes the Strawberry Moon so special—not just the beauty of the moon itself, but the feeling of connection it brings. Whether through a simple picture or the shared moment of experiencing something fleeting together, we’re reminded that sometimes the most meaningful moments in life are those we experience with others. And when we do, it brings us a little closer together, wherever we are.