Once in a Blue Moon
Housework must be done often. Otherwise, the house becomes a mess. However, many of us have chores we hate. We only do those chores once in a blue moon. We put them off as long as possible.
Once in a blue moon means rarely.
Something seldom occurs. It does happen, but not often. Examples include:
- Family reunions
- Pay raises
- New houses
A blue moon is usually defined as the second full moon in a calendar month.
That happens about once every three years. The Phrase Finder offers an interesting explanation of the mistake behind that definition.
We can enjoy blue moons even though:
- The definition may have begun as an error.
- A blue moon is not blue.
Enjoy blue moons when they occur. Let them remind you to rise and shine. Make the most of every day, whether rare or routine.
[The Lord] made the moon to mark the seasons, and the sun knows when to go down (Psalm 104:19 NIV).
Thanks to Karen Atwood and Brad Leverett for the suggestion. Image by kien virak from Pixabay.
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