A lunar eclipse is often referred to as the ‘Corn Moon,’ symbolizing the ancient cultural traditions of harvesting that crop under this seasonally magical moon. Tonight’s first full moon of August signals the time of year when this crop is fertile, fruitful, powerful and plentiful. The Native Americans called maize the ‘Giver of Life’ or ‘Seed of Seeds.’ Blue corn meal has long been used in Indian culture as both an offering and blessing for a life well lived. Other traditions and cultures hold that to put an ear of corn in a crib will keep the baby protected and blessed. A bunch of cornstalks hung over a mirror is believed to bring your home great fortune and luck, while the Celts made corn dollies under this mystical moon to ensure health, happiness and plenty of prosperity in the coming year. Anytime during the following three days you can make magic with these ears simply scattering a handful of dried kernels over the threshold to your entryway and thanking the Earth for this life-giving gift!