Tag: Light

Connecting to the wonder we are, Inspiration

Spring into Hope

Erin Keane

The last couple days, I’ve been needing LIGHT in my life. Light that brightens my spirits, comforts my heart, and reminds me that there is HOPE.

Yesterday was a miserable winter day, and my heart was weary. It was the kind of day, where you remember the things you’ve put aside, because you’re working at healing from them, and then they just pop up uninvited. However, when I awoke this morning to the sun shining through my window I was filled with a pleasantness within, a sense of hope, and a feeling of “You’re going to be okay.”

It is such a gift to know that when we were created that Light itself in nature, was created with us, to heal, to provide hope, to offer warmth, to inspire, to create growth, etc. All of these are gifts that bring our spirits to a place of goodness, and wonder. And it is a free gift that just shows up.

Today is the first day of spring in the Northern hemisphere. I haven’t seen my tulips yet, but I am hopeful.

First Day of Spring

Yes, I am HOPEFULL.**

May you be blessed today with LIGHT and may your day be full of HOPE!

Blessings, Erin, Bella Bleue

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**if you enjoyed this post you may also enjoy my post HopeFull Healing

Awards

The Sunshine Award

Erin Keane

This week I was blessed with a special kind of sunshine in my world…the kind that comes from connection with people and the relationships in life that make you feel lighter, happier and energize you to share light with others. I was nominated for the sunshine award by two fabulous women who shine light, love and healing on the world. Thank you to Michele who writes a beautiful, inspiring, and honest story about her journey through life in her blog, Words of Compassion, Creativity & Knowledge. Thank you also to Lisa who writes about the “Gems” in our every day life and shares a story of compassion and love in her beautiful and inspiring writing through her blog, Gems of Delight.

Here are the rules:

  1. Pay the love back with gratitude and a link to the blogger who nominated you.
  2. Answer 10 questions (listed below) about you.
  3. Pay the love forward by nominating several inspiring blogs you enjoy by posting a link to their page (on your page) and comment on their blog to let them know they’ve been nominated and invited to participate.

10 Questions…

  1. What is your favorite color? Blue
  2. What is your favorite animal? Cat
  3. What is your favorite non-alcoholic drink? Lemonade
  4. Do you prefer Facebook or Twitter? Facebook. I like seeing images right away. 
  5. What’s your passion? Creating love and connection through writing, photography, and human relationships–with one another and the created world.
  6. What’s your favorite pattern? I’ve always loved flower patterns
  7. Do you prefer giving or getting presents? Giving.
  8. What’s your favorite number? 21
  9. What is your favorite day of the week? Wednesday
  10. What is your favorite flower? Oh, that’s a hard one…I love so many, but I guess I’d have to say Irises.

My Nominees…Because each and every one of you have your own way of shining light on the world and the people who grace the pages of your blog:

  1. Just One Voice
  2. Saymberblondi
  3. The Truth Warrior
  4. Emily Coates Music
  5. One More Morning
  6. The Nomadic Angel
  7. Wisdom is the Key

Blessings to each and every one, Erin, Bella Bleue
©Bella Bleue Healing, Health & Inspiration for Your Life™

Healing

Sunlight Transforms Our Mind, Body and Spirit

Erin Keane

Light warms the Heart

and Brightens the Soul.

Light energizes the Body

and Inspires the Mind.

It truly is amazing how much the gift of sunlight awakens hope and inspiration in our lives. Light is a source of healing and renewal. Have you ever noticed that the flowers that do not receive as much sunlight take longer to bloom? This seems true for most of us too. When our bodies are not being touched by sunlight, even light that just comes in through the window, we may become less motivated or less hopeful. But when the sunlight is present, it awakens us both literally and metaphorically. We awaken feeling better; we feel like new possibilities can become reality. Just as sunlight is an energy source bringing forth life in nature, sunlight is also an energy source bringing forth healing, & inspiration within our bodies.

The last few days it has rained, and been cloudy daily. This weather has challenged my spirit: My soul, the deeper part within me, has been struggling to be hopeful. Today though the sun came out, and I honestly feel better. Does this ever happen to you?

The gift of light is essential to my well-being. I notice that I become more down in consistently dreary days; they become a metaphor for how I feel. However, in the presence of light I awaken and feel more grounded. I am able to reconnect to the wonder that I am rather, than losing sight of it. I also think this happens because at our core, we do need to be connected to the natural world—and when the sun is out, it invites us to come out too, and become a part of nature.

Other good things happen when we are touched by light like:

  • Taking a walk with the dog—exercising my body
  • Playing at the park with my son—provides a place for me to interact with other adults
  • Listening to the birds chirping—beautiful songs for my ears
  • Opening the windows—feeling the breeze upon my skin
  • Smiling—feeling better within myself—hopeful!

How about you? What happens when you are touched by sunlight? Share your wisdom…

Blessings, Bella Bleue
©Bella Bleue Healing, Health & Inspiration for Your Life™

Bella Bleue Quotes, Healing

Let Your Light Shine

Erin Keane

Healing comes when you share yourself with others. When you are able to allow yourself to be seen: through your words, your actions, your smile, your creativity, your ingenuity, your inspirations, your art, your music, your dance, your song, your voice, and so much more–then you can begin to heal within yourself-because your light from within is not hidden, but Illuminated.  When you extend your gifts beyond yourself your Light shines, and the world begins to heal as well.