This year's Taurus Full Moon is on November 10th and 11th.
- San Francisco, CA (Nov 10th) at 12:16 pm
- New York (Nov 10th) at 3:16 pm
- London, UK (Nov 10th) at 8:16 pm
- Johannesburg, SA (Nov 10th) at 10:16 pm
- Sydney, Aus (Nov 11th) at 7:16 am
Other names for the November Full Moon: In earlier times, this was when the traps were set before rivers and lakes froze, thus the name Beaver Moon. According to the Farmer's Almanac, this signified the season of creating winter coats out of pelts. And also symbolic of the busy beaver preparing for winter.
It's also known as the Frost or Frosty Moon. In some Wiccan traditions, it's Mourning Moon. And for the Celts, it was Fog Moon. The Norse celebrated Fogmoon all November.
When the Moon is full in Taurus, the Sun is in the opposite sign of Scorpio. This year (2011), the Full Moon is at 18 degrees Taurus-Scorpio. Luna loves to be in the sign Taurus, for earthy goodness, rooting in, contentment, and most important in these manic times, relaxing for crying out loud!
Taurus is a fixed sign, making it about consolidating, entrenching, committing to one thing and firming up. Taurus is an earth sign, with an emphasis on natural rhythms, building, sensuality and creating wealth.
Full Moon in Taurus: earthing intensity, taking your time, drawing on inner wealth, creature comforts, nesting, amassing resources, creature comforts, artful voice, protecting precious vitality through intimacy, handicrafts, animal sensuality, fertility, relaxation, slow food, beauty, Mother Nature, the exaltation of the feminine and dark mysteries.
This Full Moon illuminates: the skills and resources that nurture your talents; areas that could use a stronger foundation; sinking in where you are (literally and symbolically); steps to stability; a path to diligent creativity; your tenacious spirit; body pleasures; the cozy comforts of home.
It's a Good Time to: bloom where planted (though stay flexible to change); take stock of your finances; look at different ways of generating income; assess what has value; commit to your art or craft; allow yourself to move at a slower pace; revel in the sights, sounds and smells of nature; consolidate your resources; add a pleasing texture to your bedroom; be voluptuous; take a slow amble around; plant a tree; make a good investment; acquire land or real estate; stock up on your favorite foods; prepare your home for winter; fill your home with exquisite smells; prepare a mouthwatering meal and share it; keep it simple.
Do things that remind you that "Life is Good."