A Whole Earth Event: A Near-Total Eclipse at 96%
Greatest eclipse at 4:13 UTC, Aug 28, 2026; 12:13 p.m. EDT, Aug 27. From start to finish, the eclipse will last 339 minutes. The moon will be in Earth’s shadow, during the partial phases of the eclipse, for 199 minutes. Penumbral eclipse begins at 1:24 UTC on Aug 28, 2026. That’s 9:24 p.m. EDT on Aug 27, and ends at 7:02 UTC, 3:02 a.m. EDT, Aug 28.
SEPTEMBER 2026 MOON PHASES
Visit the Astronomy Page for details on the Full Quarter Moon, the Full Harvest Moon lunar cycle, and major astronomy events in 2026.
The Full Sturgeon Moon occurs Aug 27-28, 2026. The cycle represents a time of Abundance when the fish were plentiful. By Chinese tradition it’s known as the month of the “Hungry Ghost Moon” – evil spirits driven by an insatiable want for more. (The Sturgeon population, once teaming, has been diminished by those that kill them for their eggs/caviar.) In synchronicity with the Aztec calendar, Water/ATL (aka MULUC) is a time of emotional turbulence. We’re waging war over the stronghold of evil that uses our emotions and our ego in a battle to steal our Soul. The Lunar Eclipse puts an end to it. Details for the Full Sturgeon Moon and the traditions of the Hungry Ghost Moon are shared at MoonGiant.com
Eclipses affect all living things on Earth. You might take note of the influence on your pets.
Shadow has been expressing his grief at the loss of his mate, Jackie. Kadee, a young female eagle has been trying to earn his affection, but he’s not ready. The web cam finds him returning to the nest and resting on the branch where Jackie always sat. We might observe him for any effects of the Lunar Eclipse. He was fiercely loyal to Jackie. Kadee has been thoughtful to keep her distance, when he rejects her attempts to be close.
SHADOW’S QUIET TIME AT BIG BEAR LAKE
Shadow is still grieving a lost that changed the landscape of his life. Kaydee tries to make friends and is thoughtful to keep her distance. He comes and goes, searching the skies for a sign of Jackie’s return. We are all mourning a loss of a life we cherished before.
Jackie’s Life Story – Through the Seasons with Shadow, and all her children.
LINKS ARE ACTING FUNKY.
Go directly to FOBBV to access the live video from the web cams.
Lunar New Year: February 17, 2026
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NOVA WATCH
The T CrB Nova could happen any day. It was last predicted to happen in the month of November 2025.
Daily Updates on Spaceweather.com: T CrB NOVA WATCH
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YEAH, sweet blessings and JOY travels with you. So grateful for your happy landings.
Yayy, you made it!!!! much love and aloha ~e
I thought of you as I learned new Spanish phrases starting with things you taught me. 🙂 YES… when times were sketchy, I remembered the jaguar footprints I was following. love, in lak’ech, Debra
Remember to greet them with: “Bix-u-bel”… And watch how they respond!💕
Mayan conversations were very interesting. The guy that wrote the phrases I learned, said don’t be surprised if they don’t understand you. I found one good source with which to exchange the greetings – that sound so different when they speak them. It was an hour before I realized he’d responded as I’d practices responding. It was wonderful to be immersed in another language. It built some higher ground from a little past experience. much love, in lak’ech, Debra
Congratulations! You are an emissary of Light and Love.
And so are YOU, in lak’ech! love, Debra