Tuesday, May 19, 2009

Oh, The Colors!

It's been said that God's favorite color is green since there are so many varied shades and hues of this beautiful color. But, I've just come from a part of our world that challenges the notion. And, from what I have seen, he/she doesn't really play favorites. I saw blinding examples of most and all. However, I will say that I believe Spirit might actually prefer blue...

No, it's pink...Spirit must adore the zippy shade for making you stop short and exclaim, "Wow, you've got to be kidding me!"

But, a few short seconds later, you're back to considering, "Nope, it's definitely blue. Spirit must love the soothing quality of it all and the depth of calm it brings when you unfocus your eyes, soften your gaze and sit quietly breathing it all in...and out...in...and out.

Later you have the chance to see how well green and blue play together. Throw in a bit of tan to make it all come together quite nicely. But, there's that blue again...showing off with all its shades.

Even the houses seem to understand that there's no reason to be shy when it comes to color. Put them all together and see what comes of it. Mostly, it makes you happy when you see it. Who doesn't love purple? And who doesn't believe it plays nicely with all colors? See, I'm not the only one...

Still, just like any group, there's always one who insists on calling attention to themselves. Shameless self promoters. Who stand out and declare, "I'm proud to be seen. Admire me. See me. Am I not beautiful?"

And, after it's all said and done... The luggage put away. The laundry calling. Back in your own element with memories of the vast beauty you visited...you come back to your own space, perhaps a bit blue now that it's over.

Only to discover....

...that the world just outside your own front door can be pretty spectacular as well. And, that it's good to tramp around the world, take in the color. But even better to come home to the beauty that lives at your own address.

Namaste' Till Next Time,
Holly

19 comments:

Life With Dogs said...

Now that's what I was waiting for, and I'm completely riddled with envy. Can I assume you enjoyed the trip?

Sarah Sullivan said...

Hi Holly - welcome back - I missed you delicious posts!!
I am a bit green myself - yes I am - what a glorious place to spend a bit of time - I can smell the flowers and the salty air - hmmmmmmmmmm. Beautiful pictures. I feel relaxed just looking!!
Namaste, Sarah

Holly said...

Mr. Author, the trip far exceeded my expectations! Even coming home sick, I wouldn't have missed it for the world. I'm really glad to be back home, too, and that's the best part of all.

mel said...

So good to *see* you again...you were missed.

Ah, such lovely colours indeed but yes, there's nothing like coming *home*

xo

Kathleen Krucoff said...

Welcome back. Great photos and descriptions. :)

Here Forward said...

It took me a month away from my family last summer to finally stop and look around me at the beauty that was living here...right with me. Great post your photos are positively delicious!!

Eileen said...

Holly ... good choices for your first post upon returning. Just enough to whet our appetites for more! What a wonderful trip for you both ... especially for all of the successes it represents for Michael! Your camera was at the ready and I look forward to more of your eye-candy. I think that you have made HUGE progress that now returning "home" really feels so wonderful to you! We are all glad to have you home with us again here in blogland.

Alison said...

Welcome back - yes, it's always good to be in your own place. A good place to ponder things and enjoy the memories. I love the photos and the colours. They are positively radiant!

Toni said...

Sweetness, I am just SO HAPPY you're home, though it's dismal that you feel lousy after being in such a land of loveliness. I'm happy there are some little blooms there to cheer you. TAKE IT EASY AND GET WELL ... I've missed you so!

Opie said...

Holly, welcome back, you were missed. The pictures are amazing, and what a wonderful welcome home gift you received. Thanks for sharing.
Opie

sema said...

Hi holly,
welcome back,missed visiting your blog choked with wonderful wisdom.
Beautiful photos!It's very true,there is no place like home !
blessings
sema

beth said...

oh lookie you and all your fabulous photos of color !!!
I love it !!!

and oops, I almost forgot....glad your back...you were missed !

Cam said...

I missed you, Holly!!!!!!!

Is that enough exclamation, or do you need some more as proof?

!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

The pictures are so captivating. I wanna go. So badly. Will you share more?

Holly said...

I missed you, too!!!!!!!!! Enough exclaimation points for you? Sure thing Cam, over the next couple of days as my thoughts form, I'll be sharing them and the pics~

Cindy said...

Welcome Home Holly, Wow the pictures were amazing. I love the flowers outside your door. I hope you are feeling better! I missed you while you were gone. Feel better, cinner

Joanna Jenkins said...

PARADISE! Absolutely beautiful and what a great eye you have with a camera! The pics are stunning! More please :-)

Lisa said...

Lovely, how you come full circle back home. Welcome back to your purple paradise.

xxx said...

Welcome Home Holly!....
I've missed seeing your smiling face around blog land.

Great to have you back.

See ya soon
best wishes always
Ribbon

PS great pics x

Genie Sea said...

Welcome home Holly! Thank you for bathing us in the beauty of colors and the wisdom of your words. I kind of lumped up at the end kind of. I'm so emo-tional! :)

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