You don’t need a telescope or a degree in astronomy. Just grab a blanket, a mug of tea (or a glass of rosé—I won’t tell), and go outside. Turn your phone off for ten minutes. That’s it.
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Want to level up? Text a friend: “Moon alert. Now.” Shared wonder is double the wonder. And if you’re feeling cheeky, pick some actual strawberries to snack on. Trust me, the universe approves of thematic snacks.
But wait—does the moon actually look pink?
I hate to break it to you, but the Strawberry Moon isn’t actually strawberry-colored. It’s more of a vibrant gold or pale orange near the horizon, thanks to atmospheric scattering. Disappointed? Don’t be. That golden glow is literally sunlight bending through Earth’s air to paint the moon for you. It’s physics plus poetry—and that’s way cooler than a filter.
