Full Moon Rising

pink moon, full moon, Harrisonburg VA — Full Moon Rising.

Precisely at 8:05 p.m. on April 29, 2018, the full moon rose over the Massanutten Mountain range just east of Harrisonburg, Virginia. I stationed myself atop a hill behind Eastern Mennonite University on the city’s northwest side to ensure I had a clear vantage point to view the moonrise. I wasn’t disappointed as the moon peeked right at a change in elevation in the landmark mountain ridge. Massanutten runs through the center of Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley from Harrisonburg northeast to near Strasburg.

I was fortunate that the evening was clear and the humidity was low, which allowed for a perfect view of the full moon. “Full Moon Rising” is my Photo of the Week.

Author: Bruce Stambaugh

Writer, marketer, columnist, author, photographer, birder, walker, hiker, husband, father, grandfather, brother, son, township trustee, converted Anabaptist, community activist, my life is crammed with all things people and nature and wonder. My late father gave me this penchant for giving and getting the most out of life, my late mother the courtesy, kindness, and creativity to see the joy in life. They both taught me to cherish the people I am with. I try and fail and try again. View all posts by Bruce Stambaugh

14 thoughts on “Full Moon Rising”

Jennifer Gonzalez says:

May 3, 2018 at 8:33 am

Wonderful shot!

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1. Bruce Stambaugh says:
  
  May 3, 2018 at 8:34 am
  
  Thanks, Jennifer. Did you get to see it?
  Bruce
  
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  1. Jennifer Gonzalez says:
    
    May 3, 2018 at 8:43 am
    
    No. I’m not out and about much these days. It is the height of spring sports so I’m here or there or recovering from being here or there. 🙂 But I’m glad others capture it so I can see it.
    
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Bruce Stambaugh says:

May 3, 2018 at 9:06 am

I remember those days! We’re repeating them now with the grandkids. 🙂

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ksbeth says:

May 3, 2018 at 9:22 am

beautiful

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1. Bruce Stambaugh says:
  
  May 3, 2018 at 9:28 am
  
  Thanks, Beth.
  
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capturelifewriting says:

May 3, 2018 at 9:32 am

What a stunning photo! Thanks for stationing yourself and sharing. I admired this from the window of my sanctuary as it rose through the trees across the street.

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1. Bruce Stambaugh says:
  
  May 3, 2018 at 9:35 am
  
  Thanks for your kind words, Mary. I’m glad you enjoyed both the photo and the moonrise yourself.
  Bruce
  
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melodiemillerdavis says:

May 3, 2018 at 11:04 am

I saw that moon rise too and it was indeed stunning. You captured a lot of detail–craters and shadows?– on the moon’s surface. It also looks like a ball rolling down the hill: my alternate title “Full moon rolling”. 🙂

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1. Bruce Stambaugh says:
  
  May 3, 2018 at 11:06 am
  
  That could work, too, Melodie. I was surprised, however, at just how fast the moon rose. It seemed like it zoomed over the mountain.
  Bruce
  
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Joanne Cuny says:

May 3, 2018 at 7:03 pm

What a beautiful shot of that moon & the always memorable Massanutten Mt. We truly appreciate all your wonderful pictures-brings back great memories of your beautiful Valley. Thanks again Bruce!

Joanne

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1. Bruce Stambaugh says:
  
  May 3, 2018 at 9:14 pm
  
  Thank you, Joanne, for your kind comments. I’m glad to bring back those memories for you.
  Bruce
  
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Patricia A Dougherty says:

May 23, 2018 at 4:44 pm

So beautiful. New to your blog.

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1. Bruce Stambaugh says:
  
  May 23, 2018 at 6:08 pm
  
  Thanks, Patricia. Welcome aboard. I hope you enjoy the ride.
  Bruce
  
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