Excerpt (only) of a Moon Telegram

Date: March 2024

London,

England

Hello to one and all,

I wanted to send a telegram to lift one’s spirit and to invite you into a deeper enquiry into life during this mundane month of March. I chose the complex topic of symbology to do this with and although it took me a while to decide on the specific symbol, I am excited to open your eyes to this ancient practice. Symbols and their secret complex meanings are hidden in plain sight everywhere. They provide us mortals with guidance, knowledge, truth, messages and information constantly if you know how to spot them and interpret their meaning.

Understanding what signs, nature and language are trying to convey to us can enhance your life no end and, if nothing else, it sparks intrigue as we move into the brighter season of Spring. It’s difficult to choose just one symbolic item to discuss, as symbology is a vast subject.

I finally landed on revealing a majestic part of nature and its ancient symbolic meanings. It’s one you most likely see daily... trees. There are also fun tasks for you at the end to incorporate into your life and use to show yourself the magic of trees. If the ideas or suggestions appeal to you great, try them. If not, leave them. For now though, let's learn and absorb the power of trees, I dare say if you are a Harry Potter fan you will also notice after reading this, how many of the trees listed below were used as the wood to make their wands.

Intrigued?

Let me enchant you.

Trees.

Not only do trees stand with beauty and opulence whilst helping to sustain our planet, but they hold tremendous symbolic meaning and wisdom in many cultures. There is a deeper meaning to each species of tree and all its parts as you will come to understand, and in much of folklore, trees are homes to fairies and spirits.

Trees themselves represent life, wisdom, power and prosperity. Each part of the tree also holds a meaning. Consider this the next time you come across one of its parts (especially if it’s in an unusual way or setting), it could be helping you or reflecting a part of you which needs attention, or part of you haven’t acknowledged. Take note of the tree species and location but also all its parts that make the tree a whole. Sit with your findings, the trees will answer you if you ask and pay attention beyond your human logic.

Tree roots represent depth, support and solid foundations.

Tree trunks represent strength, reliability and masculine energy.

Tree branches represent reach, growth, protection and feminine energy.

The leaves represent warmth and softness.

The fruits represent energy, food and nourishment.

Seeds represent future ideas, knowledge, information and the release of it.

We can converse further with our woodland friends by seeking the wisdom of Celtic symbology and The Moon Month Calendar they use. There are thirteen moon months a year, each associated with a tree of significance. As a side note the word month comes from the word moon.

1st Moon Month.  December 24th – January 21st. The Birch Tree

Symbolising birth, purification and fertility. It represents looking ahead, contemplation and feminine energy. The birch tree is known as The Lady of the Woods.

2nd Moon Month.  January 22nd – February 17th.  The Rowan Tree

Symbolising healing, protection, and guardianship and supporting psychic (supernatural) energies. Its berries, interestingly, hold a pentagram shape suggesting powerful forces.

3rd Moon Month.  February 18th – March 17th. The Ash Tree

The Ash Tree is a sacred tree to Druids. It Symbolises higher awareness and magical and potent healing. It’s also used in many fantasy and supernatural stories.

4th Moon Month.  March 18th – April 14th. The Alder Tree

Symbolises protection, getting in tune with your intuitive abilities, and making decisions.

5th Moon Month.  April 15th – May 12th. The Willow Tree

The Willow tree planted near the home, wards away danger. It symbolises the moon, women and mysteries, wishing, healing, growth, protection and fertility.

6th Moon Month.  May13th – June9th. The Hawthorn Tree

Symbolises balance, masculine energy and fire, fertility and harmonious relationships.

7th Moon Month.  June 10th – July 7th. The Oak Tree

The Oak Tree is also sacred to Druids. It symbolises success, money, good fortune, strength and stability. Its acorns are associated with new beginnings.

8th Moon Month.  July 8th – August 4th. The Holly Tree

Symbolises masculine energy, firmness, protection, overcoming anger, power and leadership.

9th Moon Month.  August 5th – September 1st. The Hazel Tree

‘The life force within you.’ Symbolises divination, wisdom and inspiration. Tapping into the well of knowledge and intuition within.

10th Moon Month. September 2nd – September 29th. The Vine Tree

Symbolises bounty, opportunity and regeneration. The great harvest, happiness and wrath i.e., passionate emotions.

11th Moon Month. September 30th - October 27th. Ivy

Symbolises binding, and tenacity, but can also be smothering and struggle. Ivy often continues to live even when its host plant has died… representing ‘life goes on’ and the cycle of life-death-rebirth.

12th Moon Month. October 28th – November 23rd. The Reed Tree

Symbolises communication., divination, purification and clarification.

13th Moon Month. November 24th – December 23rd. The Elder Tree

Symbolises endings and beginnings. Purging of the unwanted, birth and death. The Elder Tree is damaged easily but also springs back to life easily hence it leads us into the new year.

Did you notice how many of the wands used in the story were made from the wood of these particular trees? It's no coincidence.

Birth Month Trees

The Celtic druids also believed your birth date is linked to The Moon Month Calendar and the formation of your personality. They developed The Celtic Tree Astrology system. As it is linked to The Moon Calendar month there are thirteen astrological signs instead of twelve. Trees are distinctly important to the Celtics. Their knowledge of them and the earth’s cycles is profound.

December 24th – January 21st. The Birch Tree

A natural leader with high energy, ambition, tolerance and toughness. You can become caught up in your zest and drive, but you motivate others well. You brighten up rooms and others with your charm and quick wit.

January 22nd – February 17th.  The Rowan Tree

You are a visionary with high ideals. Definitely a thinker, you are also influential but in a subtle way. You burn bright with inner passion which does get you noticed but your originality and creativity can be misunderstood by others. Sometimes you can be aloof.

February 18th – March 17th. The Ash Tree

Always in touch with your inner muse, intuition and imagination, you are a free thinker, artistic and inspired by nature. You inspire others but can be reclusive and moody at times. You disregard what others think of you and constantly reinvent.

March 18th – April 14th. The Alder Tree

Trailblazers and pathfinders. Full of charm and a circulator you have strong faith in yourself with a distaste for waste and fake people or superficial feelings. People love to follow you and you mix well because your self-assurance is infectious to others.

April 15th – May 12th. The Willow Tree

You are an observer, ruled by the moon and mystical. Naturally creative, intelligent and intuitive you understand cycles and seasons and tend to be patient. Your ability to retain and offer information impresses others. You are full of potential but can hold yourself back for fear of appearing too much.

May 13th – June 9th. The Hawthorn Tree

There are two sides to you; on the inner you are a creative fire, full of passion and are romantic but externally appear to others as ‘normal’ and more average. You don’t give yourself enough credit at times but are a great listener, curious and great at adapting to change. You are somewhat of an illusionist.

June 10th – July 7th. The Oak Tree

Your gift is strength. You champion and crusade for those without a voice or the underdog.

Generous, nurturing and helpful you ooze confidence and believe in positive outcomes. You may be a teacher as you love to offer your knowledge and have a passion for history and ancestry. You enjoy large families or large social settings.

July 8th – August 4th. The Holly Tree

Regal, noble and high-minded, you are happy to take on positions of high status, and power and be a leader. You overcome challenges with your rare skills and remain focused on outcomes. Rarely defeated as you always keep going. Confidence in your abilities can be mistaken for arrogance but once others get to know you, you are warm, generous and helpful.

August 5th – September 1st. The Hazel Tree

Gifted in academia, you are a knower, intelligent and efficient. You retain information well and dazzle others with this. You have an eye for detail but can be controlling and prefer to make rules rather than follow them.

September 2nd – September 29th. The Vine Tree

You can be unpredictable and indecisive because you see both sides and the good of each in a story or situation. You have the Midas touch and like the finer things in life. Despite being aloof at times you are super romantic. Your charm, elegance and esteem attract a large following.

September 30th - October 27th. Ivy

You have an ability to overcome all odds and are a survivor yet sometimes feel life is unfair to you. You are giving, helpful, compassionate and loyal filled with charm, charisma and a deep-rooted faith. Your great wit and intellect are a winner.

October 28th – November 23rd. The Reed Tree

A true keeper of secrets and you delve in to find the real truth and answers of things. Yet you do love stories, gossip, scandal and lore. You may be a journalist, a historian, or an archaeologist. You love people and are a great networker with strong honour.

November 24th – December 23rd. The Elder Tree

A freedom-loving wild child and seeker. You may live life in the fast lane and although you are more extrovert you can be withdrawn. Deeply thoughtful, considerate and helpful you need constant challenges to occupy your mind and body.

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