The almost full moon photo taken this morning at 6:05 a.m. Temperature was 9 degrees ABOVE zero.
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Saturday, December 10, 2011 - I didn't realize that today was the full moon until a few days ago when I saw the moon getting bigger and brighter... So, I've been wondering what the name of this moon is. I thought it was the Full Snow Moon, but since it was only single digits this morning, this name is totally appropriate.

December 10, 2011 - 9:36 a.m. EST – Full Cold Moon: On occasion, this moon was also called the Moon Before Yule. December is also the month the winter cold fastens its grip.

Sometimes this moon is referred to as the Full Long Nights Moon, and the term "Long Night" Moon is a very appropriate name because the nights are now indeed long and the moon is above the horizon a long time. This particular full moon makes its highest arc across the sky because it's diametrically opposite to the low sun.

Last, but certainly not least, this will also be the night of a total lunar eclipse.Viewers across the western United States and Western Canada can catch the total phase before the moon sets. Alaska and Hawaii can see the entire event from start to finish. Central and Eastern Asia and Australia are also well placed for viewing this eclipse (where the calendar date will read Dec. 11). Totality lasts 51 minutes.

the above full moon info from space.com

moon ya later, djb