There is zero m
oon showing in the sky tonight; not because of clouds covering the moon. There is no moon tonight because the moon is not reflecting light to us tonight.

How important is the moon to my life and yours and why am I discussing the fact that there is no moon

light tonight. The body of the moon is there riding quietly through the night sky like a huge black hole in the stars. But is it as powerful as a full moon shining its full light down upon earth.
No, it isn't. Why is the moon not as powerful; the moon is still in the sky with all its weight, mass and orbit speed. So why is the moon less powerful when it reflects zero light back to earth? I will research that.
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