Moon Myths and Madness: Why Do We Believe?


	Moon Myths and Madness: Why Do We Believe?

wiccantexan

7-17-2009 2:05 PM

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astronomy, moon, myths, nature, science

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7-18-2009 8:30 PM

kkcapricorn

Say what they will, I remain loyal to Luna.

7-18-2009 10:13 PM

tanyamm

In the night sky, the moon is my favourite.

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