Due to the hustle and bustle of our plane here on earth melding, meddling and finding transparent intimacy with other planes and the other side as we approach the thinning of the veils of Samhain, paranormal activity is at an all time high. From the changing of the seasons, to the chaos on our plane and many others we find from poltergeist activity, which usually stems from the stressful lives of light bearing human beings, to the truly terrifying but very rare and frightening daemonic forces, to the profoundly busy spirits of children, ancestors and loving spirits that still find residence on our plane of existence we have so many beings wandering through our plane on their way to their final destinations on various planes of existence. 

As we all know and as the old story tellers in songs from the past usually say We're not here to stay, we're just passing through. So don't be afraid of those friendly and mischievous spirits that enjoy helping you day to day, or at times find humor in making you slow down to enjoy the show, they're only there because they find a kindred spirit in you and your loved ones, and if you truly don't desire their company Psychic Bella can easily help you to show them the door to the other side, or at the very least, the door of your home or business to ensure that they keep their usually child spirit inspired games elsewhere. Don't worry for those rare clients that are having truly awful experiences, I have many years of experience in this both personal and on the field, as they say when you're a psychic This house or place isn't haunted, I AM! I've had spirits in my home ever since I was a child, it doesn't matter the location, from malevolent, to the most playful, kind and truly sentimental spirits that leave me presents and random flowers, it's a wonderful experience to feel such love from a being from another plane of existence. So whether you want to control the problem, tolerate it with better solutions from a metaphysical place or truly desire to show them the door, Psychic Bella is here to help. 

Emotions are Truly Powerful 
A special note to all of you emotionally powerful women and particularly to the pregnant ones, control your stress levels and be sure to meditate! If the lightbulbs are exploding or things are randomly slamming across the counters out of control, I hate to say it, but it's probably you. In any case I can offer you classes, workshops, and tried and true life long tips to return your presently bizarre circumstances to a very balanced and serene sense of normalcy.  To learn more about my services both local and worldwide, read on, I guarantee I can provide a soothing and eternally atmosphere for you and your loved ones to sleep soundly. 

I sincerely look forward to helping you and your loved ones at home or business to find eternal solutions for your present paranormal circumstances,
Namaste,
Psychic Bella 
Shadows Into Light Spiritual Services Temple & Archive 

This is only available to the local community Fresno & Clovis Residents unless you're willing to pay for long distance traveling expenses, contact Psychic Bella for more details

                 $12.50 per 15 minutes during the month of August
                       $25.00 per 15 minutes retail price after August Ends 
                   Plus Travel Expenses averages $5-10 per House Cleansing & Protection Session
                      Varies depending on location and how far I'll have to travel to assist you

What is a House Cleansing Ritual?

A house cleansing ritual is a way to remove any negative energies that might be lurking in your home. This is especially useful when...

• Moving into a new house,
  
• There has been a lot of negativity there,
  
• You've had a run of bad luck,
  
• You sense an unwelcome energy-being or ghost,
  
• Any time the energy feels heavy, dark, lethargic, or grungy. 

In fact, it's wonderful to do a purification ritual for your home at least when the seasons change and more depending on environmental, and spiritual pollution. You will really notice a difference in the feel of the house, and the smoothness of your life as well! Negative energies have a habit of collecting in our living spaces, and this affects our lives, but with semi-regular house cleansing's you truly feel like your house is brand new as if you just moved in.

What is a House Protection Ritual?

After a residence has been cleansed of all negative energy is pristine and pure in its environmental feeling, however this wonderful free, light airy disposition can be bogged down rather quickly without sufficient help from the beings in the Cosmo’s that are here to help guide and protect us from darkness and negativity.

Depending on your faith I will call upon the protective, angelic beings, deities or spiritual guides to help not only surround your residence and to continue to hold the balance of energy flow in and out of your home, but to ensure that you are properly protected against any negative astral attack from friends, families, foes and the spiritual world as it has been greatly increasing in these times of worry, fear and depression. 

This protection spell in incredibly powerful and has been tested and used for years at my personal residence as well as many dear friends of mine that are prone to attracting otherworldly energies due to heightened psychic abilities, this is also a common theme of why I do these rituals to safe guard and protect those empathic, sensitive souls that feel negativity from the entire universe a lot more vividly than others. 

With the surrounding love and protection of the spiritual beings you are closely aligned with nothing makes you feel more safe, empowered and peaceful than having a cosmic home alarm system built into your home.

$50.00 House Cleansing & Protection Kit 
includes S/H & Tracking during the month of August 

$100.00 retail pricing 
S/H included with Tracking after August Ends 

I've had requests worldwide from clients in need of house cleansing and protection but are just too far or too costly to travel too first hand, you're in luck! With this House Cleansing & House Protection Kit from Shadows Into Light Spiritual Services with Psychic Bella. Once you purchase this House Cleansing & Protection Kit you can choose to receive:

Skype House Cleansing & House Protection Session 
This option includes a computer tour via Skype of your home or residence with Psychic Bella to identify any odd, bizarre or very common poltergeist or paranormal activity to ensure that you receive the most vivid step-by-step instructions to allow you the client to take spiritual cleansing and protection matters in your own hands with Psychic Bella to complete the entire ritual just as if I was there to assist you in person! 

OR

Remote Viewing House Cleansing & Protection Session 
With your permission this allows Psychic Bella to use her long distance clairvoyance to identify what paranormal abnormalities or disturbances you and your family are encountering at home or office residence. After you've received vivid information about what is going on and how to solve the problem with vivid step-by-step email or phone consultation, your choice of course, you'll have the items needed, the information and wisdom from Psychic Bella to take spiritual matters into your own hands and reclaim your home or business as your own, in spirit and in flesh form.  This allows you the DIY Spiritualist to use this profound and powerful method to eradicate any basic to frightening pests you have in your home once and for all. 

These August 50% Off Specials are located in The Old World Shoppe 

Lughnasadh always arrives when my moods are both solemn and at times ambivalent. This First Harvest is my spiritual compass and constant reminder that this is not the end or culmination of my unfinished projects, passions or dreams but a time to take a moment to celebrate what seeds I've already sewn this year that now reap more prosperous gifts from organic food to true spiritual gold that this humble spiritualist is more than grateful for. As the years go by and so many friends and family members disappear into the ether, or across the world as a part of the great world wide ascension migration, it's hard for me to let go and accept at times, that all is how it should be not only for myself but for the universe as a whole. It's time to relax, reflect and recuperate as the year's not over yet and neither is the fast pace of the forward moving wheel of fortune, for this Aries it's a constant reminder not to overdue it and experience burn out, I've always had a problem sitting still until I finally absorb that exquisite zen energy then I realize it was long over due in the first place. The Second & Third and Final Harvest of The Pagan Year are approaching over the coming months and I know between work, school and creative pursuits as always I have to maintain the most scrutinizing self-discipline to conquer the feats, obstacles, life oriented distractions and at times mountains, but with the most supportive Twin Flame, family and friend network I know that this year and many more of them to come can only get easier, better and more fulfilling as the time goes on. So I raise my glass to you and some of this delicious sweet bread to Hail Lugh Lord of Light and Ruler of Craftsmanship to help guide me as I sharpen my blades, to channel through me the wisdom of the ancients that are so balanced in foresight that it no longer feels impressive to be this powerful, but truly feels like the existence of divinity incarnate in true craftsmanship form for now and eons to come. As we all find time, space and energy to pursue our dreams and lives over the coming months, remember to take time for you, to envelop yourself in the beauty, love and wonder of just being alive. For without good health we haven't got anything and there's only one guarantee in life, death and taxes, so why not take the time to celebrate just how far you've already come, and how much farther you have to go?  Wishing you and yours a wonderful August and Blessed Lughnasadh, now and always. Love and Light, Psychic Bella 

Bella BloodLust
As the endless accolades truly capture the international excitement of my first calendar installment Madame De Pompadour I've been inspired to not only pursue the limelight realms of alternative modeling but also now being coined as the Goddess of The Rubenesque Revolution I truly seek to inspire so many woman to pursue and achieve what it truly means to be Body Beautiful and to relish and embrace it from this year on and the rest of their lives as truly beyond being a beautiful woman and a intellectual spiritualist, to inspire through my vision to change the world for the better, nothing means more to me in life than this. 

Charity & Art Hop Auction In The Works...
Very soon I desire to have an art show which will also initiate a worldwide Rubenesque Revolution Charity & Worldwide Network to promote true health and Body Beautiful living, in a world where anorexia, bulimia, depression, self-mutilation and more plague the beautiful psyche's of the divine feminine that walks in each of us on this beautiful earth, I desire to help, and inspire those to ascend such Western Ideological limitations to truly embrace Self-Love & Acceptance.

Calendar Installments...
I'm waiting for the weather to warm up just a bit before I disrobe and prepare myself to recreate the iconic and infamous photo shoot of Mama Cass and the elegant and beloved depiction of The Roman Harem Girl, stay tuned as last year was all about clearing the rubble, this year is about building beautiful temples, and this Goddess is just getting started. 

La Maison BloodLust Presents:
Madame De Pompadour Merchandise
As the endless requests for portraits, home items, decadent kitchen accessories, travel bags, purses and jewelry, including poker cards, cigar humidors and jewelry boxes keep filling my inbox, La Maison BloodLust is taking over and ensuring that each and every request is fulfilled as soon as orders are placed, a decadent treat for you or your sweetie kissed and caressed by the infamous French Concubine herself Madame De Pompadour. 

The latest creation from La Maison BloodLust are timeless Postcards! Purchase one or the entire collection for less than $20.00 USD!

Madame De Pompadour's Portraits 
From the professional fetishist that desires to adorn his or her study with these timeless images, to the private old world collector that adorns his or her home with decadent and awe inspiring art, from individual portraits, assorted and custom collections, to collector's editions each beautiful portrait is produced on high quality satin photo print and delivered to you from The Scarlet Gardens. 

Projects In The Works, Calendar Series
"I Dream in Concubines" Historical Recreation Calendar featuring Bella BloodLust

Red Skye World's Comic Book Vixen Bella BloodLust
Independent modeling does have it's time constraints, I've modeled for Red Skye World for over two years now and during this process of being featured in their Comic Book Lydia St. Clair & Bella BloodLust in The BloodSlayers as well as having a featured page, Poster & Trading Cards available with my Comic, I've realized that if I'm ever to debut my Psychic Vampire persona at Comic-Con that I must start my journey locally! I've found some great conventions for Comic Book Heroines like myself from Ani-Jam to other Venues keep your eyes peeled as I do hope to have enough merchandise available as well as product booth availability, but on an artists budget it takes support from fans to get me out there, so purchase a comic, trading cards set or poster today, there's exclusive autographed and limited collector's editions for true Bella BloodLust fanatics, so what are you waiting for? 
Send Bella BloodLust to Comic-Con by Purchasing Red Skye World Comics Merchandise!

Coming Next Summer!
I've had numerous requests for Introduction to Psychic Protection, Introduction to Psychic Abilities, & Child Development for Sapphire, Indigo, Rainbow & Crystal Children for quite some time now, due to a busy school schedule I haven't had any time to complete them, so stay tuned as your classes will be ready by Summer Solstice 2015! Also in the works classes and workshops on a donation basis will be located at Fresno City College for struggling and stressed out students in need, I'm in contact with Student Services and fulfilling all the obligations to ensure these are offered by Spring 2015. 

The Rubenesque Revolution 
Workshop Series Summer 2015
In addition to these wonderful classes I'm also in the process of developing a four class Self Esteem, Body & Sexuality Positive & Female Empowerment Workshop Series, that expands The Rubenesque Revolution to women locally and worldwide to gain invaluable insight, life changing exercises, assignments and group exercises to develop positive female relationships inside and outside the fourth generation wave of feminism. We must embrace the female goddess within and in turn embrace it in each and every single woman that is a walking goddess incarnate, whether she knows it or not. By engaging in a female gathering group workshop series that will expand your mind, body and soul to make room for self love, sacred femininity and sacred sexuality allows each and every one of us to bring about the next phase in human and female interpersonal ascension and global consciousness. By removing the stigmas, skewed viewpoints, and oppressive views of women worldwide we create the world we truly want to live in, the one that celebrates the beauty of woman in all her divine glory. 

Featured Author at Fresno's Pagan Pride Day Fall 2014
I'm excited to announce that I've been invited by the local council for pagan pride day to be a part of a pagan author's featured event. I'll be discussing my cookbook that was originally created for fundraising purposes for past pagan pride day events and sharing with the community both local and worldwide submitted recipes in this wonderful cookbook, books will be available for purchase for those that missed out on past in person events, and for those that want to support the local community 50% of the proceeds made from each cookbook will go towards funding next years festival. This only applies with day of event purchases. I'll also be discussing the endless spiritual services, products, classes and workshops for interested spiritualists, new and returning clients, as well as reading Tarot for those that desire to peer back behind the veil with Psychic Bella to glimpse the wonders of your near future. The date for the event is October 25th at Roeding Park, I'll update everybody with more information as we get closer to the event. 

What Two Thousand Fourteen Has Waiting for You!
The Archive: 
For the daily spiritualist that desires to expand the richness of their life with spiritual diversity I welcome you to The Shadows Into Light Temple Archive

Shadows Into Light Spiritual Services with Psychic Bella Monthly Special 50% Off!
Don't forget to check out This Month's Special from Shadows into Light Spiritual Services with Psychic Bella, each month a service or product is chosen at random and offered at half-price for those spiritualists in need on a very strict budget. 

Shadows into Light Spiritual Services with Psychic Bella
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Weekends: Noon-Midnight 
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The Scarlet Gardens The Decadent World Of The Scarlet Gardens
Extended Galleries, Including the Infamous Madame De Pompadour series

Photoshoot Series Coming Soon:
Historical & Iconic Recreation: Mama Cass 
Historical Recreation: Roman Concubine Harem Girl

Behind The Iron Gates of The Scarlet Gardens
The iron gates are waiting for you to turn the key, all you need is one secret password and entry into my world of dark decadence and sensual delight is yours for eternity.

The Scarlet Gardens is Under Reconstruction
I've recently dedicated this section of my website to the most profound dream come true that I've found from stories 2,000 years old and now live, breathe and experience it every single day of my life, previous educational articles and fetish entries are now being collaborated and expressed in my book pursuit below, feel free to keep up with my updates as the book progresses.... As I only have time for educating or writing novels for now I choose to write and after the book is published will build an entire curriculum for fetishists world wide to climb the thorny branches of Twin Flame Divine Reunion 

How The Sun King Captured The Moon:
A Tale of Twin Flames
The Future Novel by His Concubine Bella Luna

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Old World Transportation & Rare Nightlife Adventures
As many of you realize I've been without reliable transportation since February of 2013, as much as bicycling and walking are guaranteed forms of travel, unfortunately in our rather large but not quite Metropolis city, the bus itself is quite atrocious, from hours just to reach the other side of Fresno, to the probably swifter comparison of an Amish with Horse and Wagon it's truly not a convenient form of transportation, that usually leaves one late, super early or profoundly confused as to why no bus has arrived at all. Another common mid-city factor is due to the middle-ground our current city population is in, they don't offer bus transportation once all the parties are ready to commence! In larger cities like LA or San Francisco the buses run 24 hours a day, very convenient for those that work evenings and night owls that enjoy a bit of fun in the night after a long hard day. This usually keeps me limited to Tower District area as well as carpooling with friends and family on special occasions as it's the only affordable way to travel in this city after hours, with Taxi's costing as much as a half a weeks worth of vegan groceries for a 20 minute ride it's easy to see on a student's, psychic's and artist's budget as to why Psychic Bella & Bella BloodLust are truly home bound for the time being. Unless special preparations are made in advanced it's usually not possible for me to venture out after dark unless it's nearby. I am appreciative of the simplistic and old world way my life is lead currently but that doesn't mean it doesn't have it's common struggles, as time consuming as mundane and regular tasks usually are, they're quadrupled in time amounts when the city bus is the only method of travel presently, so do forgive me for my inability to see each and every one of you as much as I desire, as much as I plan, but as we all say in Tower, I live a block away from *insert venue name here* , why are you not visiting me now? Orgy is playing I can hear them from my backyard! 

From The Gaslamp Society to Enjoying Time & Space with Friends, Family & Special Occasions I do my best to participate and arrive in style to as many events and social outings as I can manage with finances, lack of transportation and mostly lack of energy at the time, Fresno City College travel is fun but also very exhausting on the body, so I do look forward to seeing you when I do, and appreciate those that can understand how slow paced life can be without all the modern accommodations. P.E.R.C Fresno is another wonderful old world cosplay society esteemed on costume recreations and customs of time periods past, you may remember seeing many of these wonderful chaps and ladies at our co-hosted Time Travel Tea Party for those of you that can't get enough dancing, dining and wooing from 17th, 18th & 19th Century past, join the wonderful P.E.R.C Fresno community for their next event listed below.

The Gaslamp Societies
Summer Event Schedule

NorCal Pirate Festival - June 14/15

SLO Faire - July 19/20

Mrs. Parks Regency Rout 2014 - Aug 2nd (P.E.R.C. Fresno) 

Moonlight Melodrama Steamtrain Ride #3- Aug 10

Ani-Jam 2014 Steampunk Gathering - Aug 15 

The Latest Article from Bella BloodLust HQ 
Summer Adventure in Historic Tower District 
is ready and waiting for your prying eyes to gaze upon. 

For more information about these upcoming events stay informed and Like Our Public Facebook Page, are you a community participant that's inspired to help us organize and stock the Zeppelin before each event? Then find our Group on Facebook through The Gaslamp Society Page. 

It's been a dream of mine ever since I first saw Dita Von Teese dance at the tender age of 15. I'd been obsessed with the exquisite artform for the sensual feminists for years and I couldn't wait until I was able to find a troupe and join in the fun of tease and denial, something I have quite the reputation for in my former Lifestyle Mistress days. *feline smirk* After endless health problems and financial ones that of course go along with them, I hadn't the vitality, time, money or ability to travel to pursue this life long dream of mine, until now!  With the lovely ladies of Valley Burlesque Society joining in on the worldwide renaissance of this incredibly invigorating and liberating art form showing ladies city and world wide just how much fun it is to feel sexy on the stage for those of us exhibitionists in the performance art industry I couldn't help but be elated when I heard that they're offering an 8-week Basics of Burlesque Course that with full pre-paid fee covers lab material fees to ensure I have the perfect gloves, belt and boa along with bra adornment classes and only two blocks away from my lovely home you can imagine just how excited I was to hear this! So as of August 30th 2014, I'll be joining in on all the sensual and Rubenesque Revolution fun and can't wait to see you all this October when we debut our show post-training at Franks' Place for The Valley Burlesque Societies Halloween Show! For more information on how you can join in on the fun, visit their website today. 

Lets start with Goals & Dreams, Since 2008, I've been known as Psychic Bella, founding Shadows into Light Spiritual Services has truly been the real life experience needed to continue honing my psychic abilities, helping those in the valley and all over the world seek a higher quality of living and truly transforming from the inside out has given me a taste of my future. Since Spring of 2013, I've been pursuing my AS in Anthropology a field I've been very much immersed in in this role in the universe, however being able to observe from an outside perspective has also given me a profound sense of balance, wisdom and insight, and is allowing me to pursue my BS in Criminology & Forensics, which eventually will lead to a Masters in Psychology and allowing me to end my collegiate pursuits with three degrees that also cater to Diadetic Aide & English Majoring, let's break this all down as I'm more than aware what college talk sounds like. 

AS Degree in Anthropology
Anthropology is the study of human beings, it bridges the gap between societal, religious, cultural and linguistic gaps that have long been needed to be bridged to assure we all transcend to a more Unitarian existence, allowing the psychic to also become the scientist to not only broaden the world and understanding for clients in a more scientific as well as merging their already understood natural sciences to allow each field to finally accept and embrace each other regardless of terminology. This will eventually allow me to be able to help clients even with medical insurance instead of just having to pay out of pocket which is a big problem with Western Society, that Holistic Medicine is seen secondary to Traditional, in Eastern Societies it's revered and we wonder why everybody in India & Japan live to be 120 years old without cancer, diabetes or obesity. This also allows me to pursue and help my spiritual clients in all aspects not just the spiritual and religious sector, as much as I very much enjoy this, as a Shaman I've innately felt until all religions and philosophical concepts are understood and shared completely we all have missing puzzle pieces and bridges that need to be connected, this is where Psychic Bella comes in.

BS in Criminology & Forensics
This avenue of educational pursuits will allow me to transfer my abilities to assisting in more cold cases and other cases involving dead or alive circumstances in the field of victomology, by having a dual degree in forensics I'll be able to transfer helping people and various cultures, and religious backgrounds to be seen correctly by the criminal justice department and also bridge the gaps by solving cases as a Psychic Detective, after already assisting off-record with previous officers and actually being the key person that helped solve the cases, it's been told to me by more than a few officers that they'd legally use and pay me as an independent detective and investigator that will allow me to work from home, be called to crime scenes or domestic disputes and finally allow families to rest once they've had their case or common issue solved. With the best criminology lab and brand new facility here only in Fresno and West Virginia, I consider myself lucky to have the opportunity to receive such quality training and education that allows me to help but not become one of those typical cops, Sorry I quite literally refuse to participate I'm here to solve cases and help people, keep the pride to badges to yourself I'm just not interested.  

Masters in Psychology with Concentration in English, Religion & Nutrition
After receiving my Master's Degree I'll be able to pursue a doctorate or Ph.D that will allow my writing to be taken seriously, as well as earning the title Doctor, once received I've been more than informed that you truly can change the world with just your title, I'll be focusing on getting more of my work published, concentrating on religious victomology as I truly help to free those that were bound to such rigid and forced views as I was given and worse to be able to help transcend life in the most healthy way. Nutrition is essential as a vegan and holistic medicine practitioner, I'm quite excited to announce that in the next decade my love and I will be able to open a Holistic Medicine Clinic, that specializes in healthy living, from gardening, to raw food clinics, to spirituality and holistic medicine we're rooted in our goals and dreams for the future, to not only continue to be healthy but to help those that never thought they could gain a second chance at life and vitality. Becoming a Diadedic Aide will assure my partner that when He's out away from the clinic saving the world, I'll be there ensuring our staff, patients and temple is running efficiently as this level of degree is required to assist a brilliant Doctor and eventual Masters in Chemistry my one and only Twin Flame. I can already see him accepting his Nobel Prize for curing so many diseases and ailments of humanities modern era, and with his brilliance ensuring your body is well, and my desire to help your soul and mind, we're both truly anticipating and ensuring this dream comies to fruition more than you can even imagine. 

Businesses
Currently as Psychic Bella & also Head Marketer for Imij Medicine, I'm truly busy 7 days a week, I currently accept appointments Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays and on Weekends for in-person spiritual bookings as well as online ones for international clients. The rest of the time my energy is shared between collegiate pursuits, and assisting my love in our mutual dreams and business pursuits. This is why advanced planning is needed for social outings and even Shadows Into Light Spiritual Services Bookings, as the months and seasons change so does my traveling gypsy soul, and I'm truly needed out there in the big world so please join us and enjoy the ever changing and prosperous scenery. Besides these pursuits I have my enjoyable times as Model, Artist, Siren, & Performance Artist, these times are few and far in between but as time goes by and opportunity knocks I'm grateful when good health is along with me to pursue these dreams. 

Health 
After six months of dealing with endless health issues, and that was after fifteen years trying to get this tubal ligation surgery I'm proud to say with the last bit of my stitches healing right now that I'm doing fantastic! I feel amazing, energy is restored no more insane ovaries trying to kill me with cyst bursts each month, and the extensive cleaning procedure done for my endometriosis scar tissue has left my body feeling wonderful! I never realized how many ailments stemmed from these awful disorders and now that I'm a fixed kitten I'm happy to say I feel like a true Goddess now that my mind, body and soul are working together in tandem instead of being mentally exhausted and spiritually depressed that once again this month I'm down for two weeks just existing until the problems went away after my menstrual cycles each month. I'm finally 1000% percent healthy and because of that life long issue finally being solved be prepared to see a lot more of me over the coming weeks, months and years! I'm happy to be alive and have the energy to boot!

Moving to New Tower District Location 
After two years at my present location the cosmos have guided me to changing direction and following the winds of change in finding a new place to merge my Spiritual Temple and my Twin Flames Holistic Clinic into one beautiful, world changing location. As we both focus on the degrees necessary to pursue our dreams and goals in the physical world, we relish in the excitement and calamity that comes along with packing boxes, preparing present places with advanced notice and throwing caution to the wind as we search together to find the perfect place to call home. Before this newsletter ever arrives I'll be up to my ceiling in boxes and packing up my temple and moving it into storage, as I temporarily move into my love's house before we find a new place together of our very own. This shouldn't be long before we're in our new temple, clinic and home together, until the clients and spiritualists still have access to in person, phone, email and skype appointments with Psychic Bella and of course the same temple energy will be provided even if the physical surroundings aren't presently what you've been used too. As moving during mercury retrograde and waiting for the perfect time to shower me in prosperous abundance that arrives towards the end of this month, I'm counting my blessings and doing plenty of daily meditation to ensure my Cancer Moon in Natal Chart doesn't go berzerk even more than I have already in this stressful process, realizing that home is truly where the heart is, it's not a place of residence. New Temporary Temple Location will be revealed shortly as soon as I'm settled in and appointments will continue on as usual, as this is the goal and dream for us both someday to own a clinic for the mind body and soul to rejuvenate and find eternal health on every conceivable level. This is the next chapter in my book, and for once while I peer into the future, I'm not frightened at what I see, but excited so much so that I already wish I was there. So my focus now is to move into a new home and to realize on deeper levels that I'm finally here, Twin Flame in loving hand. 

Fall Semester Fast Approaches
It's crazy how fast Summer Vacation goes by, especially when you're busy trying to find the perfect location to call home together. As the weeks go by and we search high and low for the perfect place to start the next chapter of our lives in we're reminded as the days go by that the new school year and Fall Semester fast approaches. We're not bothered or worried, too busy to relax and enjoy the abundance our organic garden is providing, or long romantic bicycle rides together when the sun goes down, we've taken the necessary time and actions to ensure that peace, tranquility and a true sense of Oneness is shared within and without each other through every trial and tribulation every moment of celebration in our shared Twin Flame lives. We truly hope to be settled into our new place before busy schedules, school supply shopping and so many other errands are added onto our already long to-do list, but together we have the strength to move mountains, swim oceans with smiles and to truly enjoy anything and everything that life and the cosmos have to offer. As August 11th is only a few weeks away we're doing our best to enjoy every bit of social interaction needed before weeks and months of heavy curriculum loads tie us down, along with burlesque pursuits, finding a new place to live and also being mid-wife to my dear pregnant friend as well as both being Bridesmaid and Usher for my love's childhood friend, we have much to celebrate, much to partake in and much to plan for to ensure that all of it goes off without a hitch to ensure that not only are our full plates organized but well balanced to save us both from more therapy sessions, for stress management. As we embark upon the next leg of our journey and pursue our dreams with endless passion and fervor I challenge you to take the next step in your journey by starting a new chapter or adding more to the one you've already richly written. 

From Writing the Epic Novel of Twin Flames, that's still in the vision board, dreamscape and brainstorming process, To pursuing so many creative adventures that beckon me to celebrate the coming age with a Rubenesque Revolution, I do hope you enjoyed this month's newsletter, there's so many things coming this year, on BellaBloodLust.com and the wondrous world stage as well, As the months continue I do look forward to seeing you, hearing from you, and reading your comments, emails and suggestions. 

Toujours Sanglante,
Bella BloodLust 

I'm sure you're just dying to know...

Who or What is The Gaslamp Society?
A collective bulletin board centered around the burgeoning Steampunk/Gaslight Goth/Neo-Victorian scene in Fresno, CA. Post events, activities, and links of interest!

Our Mission
Providing a central place for Steampunk/Gaslight Goth/Neo-Victorian individuals and organizations to announce and find local events and ideas of interest. The Gaslamp Society is a loose coordination of interested parties to further the Steampunk genre in the Central California area. All are welcome, from ages 8 to 88 and beyond, so long as we all mind our manners and behave in the most gentlemanly and ladylike fashion. Discussion is encouraged and ideas are ALWAYS welcomed.

Let's Party Like It's 1899-3099! 
Come one, come all... Costumers, Cos-players, History Buffs, Dramatic Individuals, Vaudeville Players, Airship Crew, Steamworks Engineers, Mad Scientists, Daring Adventurers, Suffragettes, Frontier Showgirls, Clockwork Cowboys, Gentlemen About Town, Plucky Ladies of Good Family ... Oh, you get the idea... Join us. Post and discuss all things related to local 19th & early 20th century history, items of nostalgic interest, ALL things steampunkery regardless of era, curious finds, favorite related pages, etc... 

Connect. Meet. Share events. Enjoy the community.

The esteemed board and co-organizing members of The Gaslamp Society pride themselves on finding the most interesting, historical, educational and above all fun adventures to engage in with family, friends and travelers from near and far and this summer is booked solid with endless adventures for you my costume loving, pomp and circumstance engaging party goer. The first event that we have planned for this wonderful summer season is the third Moonlight Melodrama Steam Train Ride! From 3 course BBQ feast including vegan and gluten free options upon special request with reservation, to the melodrama under the moonlight brought to you in part by Golden Chain Theater and a luxurious and historical steam train ride through some of Yosemite's most beautiful forest covered mountains a midst tawdry and bawdy Steampunk enthusiasts? What's Not enticing about this wonderful event?! For those celebrating birthdays or special occasions, you're in for a treat, Diana the wonderful staff member and reservation assistant is more than glad to help you arrange for transporting special birthday cakes, cupcakes, or pastries for group festivities just be sure to mention it when you book your tickets on the steam train. 

August 10th 6:00pm 
Reservations & Tickets must be purchased in advance
 please remember to say that you're with The Gaslamp Society. 
$55.00 Adult Ticket
$27.50 Children 3-12
There is NO Group Rate for Melodrama Event Nights
Special Note: It get's chilly even in August on the return ride up back to the station from the Melodrama
Bring: Warm Clothes & Bug Repellent!

Special Diet Information
Vegan & Gluten Free Guests:

Request Diana and inform her that you're with 
The Gaslamp Society and desire one or both options below.

Vegan: 
Upon booking your reservation request the vegan veggie burger option, unfortunately dessert is off the menu however they did say bringing cake or cupcakes for birthdays is fine so I'm sure it wouldn't be a problem for dessert alternatives

Gluten Free: 
Diana requests vinegar sensitivities information for gluten free guests, if you require this she's available for Q&A Wed-Sat, she did say however that the beans for BBQ would be prepared separately and differently to cater to gluten free living and had a few alternatives she can give you as soon as she knows what your particular sensitivities are, just inform her about your special dietary needs and they'll do all the rest to ensure your meal is exactly what you desire.

To make your very own reservation please contact
Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad at 559-683-7273

We look forward to seeing you there!

We're Back!
Ani-Jam is the central valley's largest Anime Convention. From meeting our group and learning more about our recent and very distant time travels through the world and cosmos, to joining in on the fun at workshop repair stations and gun modding stations, to panels with our esteemed members informing those newbies in cosplay and Steampunkery to find easy and affordable options for Steampunk on a Budget we're bound to have fun from 1899 to 3041 and beyond! Did I mention that there's a giant steam powered giraffe making it's second debut this year?! For more information visit the link above and also visit, follow and add their page on facebook for more Ani-Jam event details and surprises! 

August 16th-17th 12pm 
Fresno Convention Center 
More Information Available as Event Date Approaches 

The Gaslamp Society is somberly overjoyed to announce that our Third Annual Victorian Cemetery Picnic is right around the corner towards the end of our Summer Season of Events. For more about last years wonderful festivities visit The 2nd Annual Victorian Cemetery Picnic Article. From last year's Whovian Time Traveling Party Crashers, to the endless flow of delicious and decadent treats, sweets, savories and liquors galore, we definitely threw quite the party for all the sleeping spirits in that usually quite silent cemetery. 

The 3rd Annual Victorian Cemetery Picnic
Tea & Spirits with The Spirits! 
Sunday September 29th, 2013
12:30pm
Day Of Contact Number: 559.307.7872 
The Gaslamp Society Ambassador 
Michael Chase-Tipton Butler from Chase Flowers Tower District
Mountain View Cemetery 
1411 W Belmont Ave. 
Fresno Ca 93728
Absinthe Welcome!

Formal Invitation:
We'll be setting up the 10x20 burgundy canopy with carpets & pillows again. If you'd like a chair to sit on, please feel free to bring your own. We will be providing hot water and a selection of teas and perhaps a few beverages of a more stimulating variety. Please bring your own tea cup and/or champagne glass along with a finger food to share. We look forward to spending a relaxing afternoon among our dearly departed.

The Rural Cemetery Movement and the Victorian Years (1820-1910)

Romanticism of burial customs spilled into the graveyards as laws were passed in the late 1700s to maintain their upkeep.  Further changes in gravestones happened again in the latter part of the 1700s when cherubs were replaced with willow and urns.  This more radical change in gravestone motifs signaled the end of Puritan orthodox beliefs and the rise of “intellectual” religions such as Methodism and Unitarianism.  Inscriptions changed as well, as “Here lies…” was replaced with “In memory of…” or “Sacred to the memory of…” and gravestones became less markers and more memorials.

There were changes in the stone shape too, as industrial tools made especially for stone cutting replaced hand-crafting by carvers.  The Federal period came about from the move to simple designs, mostly because industrialization replaced hand-carved stones.  This is shown in gravestone shapes changing from arched tops to squared shouldered.  By the 1820s, the change in gravestone motifs was completely over to memorialization and America entered its Federal and then Victorian phases.

All the change eventually led to the rural cemetery movement of 1800s.  There were social reasons for changes in burial customs in the nineteenth century.  Up until the early 1800s, New England graveyards were places to avoid.  The Puritan symbols left behind in the old burial grounds were deemed too morbid for the new, enlightened attitudes about death.  Also, due to rapidly increasing population, there were issues with continued outbreaks of infectious diseases in cities because of poor public sanitation.  Old graveyards became so crowded that they became a serious health hazard, with graves stacked on top of each other, or emptied and reused for newer burials.  Officials voiced concerned because many graveyards were located within city limits, and they were worried about the spread of disease from the poorly kept burial sites.  Another reason for distress was a resistance by churches to burying those who were never church members.  It did not matter to authorities who attended church or not, their bodies had to be buried somewhere!  For these reasons, authorities, governments and churches had to change their rules for burials.

The 1830s saw the rise of the landscaped cemeteries located outside of urban areas.  This was known as the rural cemetery movement of which coincided with the popularity of Romanticized horticulture based on English landscape design, which presented an idealized view of nature.  These new parks usually included rolling lawns, a water source such as a lake or pond, groves of trees, and recreations of picturesque architecture.  All of it designed to recreate a peaceful, pastoral scene of beauty.

Rural cemeteries (also known as park or garden cemeteries) were purposely landscaped like a park for use by the general public as a place for light outdoor recreation.  Mount Auburn Cemetery in Cambridge, MA, opened in 1831, was the first rural cemetery and helped ushered in a kind of “Victorian era” in American cemetery art and architecture.  Before the development of parks, the public was encouraged to visit and enjoy nature, art, and contemplation, and use the cemetery for outings such as picnics, carriage rides, or an afternoon stroll.  Besides being the final resting place for many citizens, these cemeteries acted as a showcase for memorial artwork and architecture, as well as serving as a natural wildlife sanctuary and arboretum.

As the country went into its “Victorian age” with rural cemeteries, designs became more elaborate and intricate, especially with the trend for Gothic Revival style, thanks to either machinery or artists.  Famous artists such as Daniel Chester French designed funeral statuary with a purposeful eye toward “Art.”   Barre, VT became a hotbed of funerary-based artistic activity thanks to the local granite quarries and an influx of Italian sculptors.

However, changing attitudes once again denoted changing styles in cemeteries.  As the Victorian mind-set gave way to increasingly impersonal industrialization and the onslaught of World War I, elaborate cemeteries were seen as distasteful.  Anything that glorified or romanticized death was looked upon with disdain.  Many people regarded the mismatched collections of individual headstones, slabs and decaying fences in rural cemeteries to be aesthetically unattractive.  The populace no longer wished to face death and decay, and instead wanted it out of their lives as long as possible.

As we travel through time I'm sure you're begging to know 

Who or What is Period Entertainments & Recreational Costuming?
Period Entertainments and Recreational Costuming in Fresno
http://percfresno.com/

The Period Entertainments and Recreational Costuming of Fresno is an informal group for people interested in recreational costuming and period-themed events in a wide range of historical or thematic styles. Our objective is to spread the word about events for people to attend who enjoy aspects of period culture and costumery. 

In the past we have produced such Fresno-area events as a Regency Era Walking Party, a Jane Austen themed dance, and an an Any-Era formal tea party. We also actively attend and promote other events such as local costumed dances and costumed events in Los Angeles and San Francisco. 

As an informal organization, there isn't a set schedule, but if someone is interested in helming a thematic party or event, we're here to help facilitate. 

Mrs. Parks Regency Rout 

A dance in the manner of the English Regency. We had so much fun with Mrs. Parks and her Regency Rout last year, we’re doing it again!
Refined entertainments for both men and women such as Jane Austen might have enjoyed. Costumes from the era of Jane Austen’s life (1775-1817) strongly encouraged. (Modern formalwear acceptable).
English Country Dances taught and called by Evo Bluestein. Card table available and light refreshments served.

Saturday, August 2nd, 2014.
Doors open at 7:00 p.m. Dancing from 7:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.

College Community Congregational Church- Hayden Fellowship Hall
5550 N. Fresno Street between Barstow and Bullard. Fresno, California.

Ticket Price: $10 Per Person
Purchase vouchers in advance and you’ll receive your own commemorative dance card. All attendees entered for door prizes. Tickets go on sale June 16th. Scholarship Vouchers available.

Information on Mrs. Parks' Rout, what to wear, how to dance, and what to expect all available at http://percfresno.wordpress.com/ or stay tuned here on PERC Fresno Facebook. 
For further information please call 559-901-1022 or email the hostess, Brooke Aiello Parks, at brookelynne2@yahoo.com

visit the event page today to find Advanced Ticket Purchase Information, Gentlemen's & Ladies Attire for The Evening, Dance Lessons and So much more! 

I was absolutely thrilled after years of bitching during my teenage years as to how and when I'd finally be able to pursue such a sensual and female empowerment based dream, but the time has come my darlings, Bella BloodLust will debut this Fall for a special Halloween Treat with The Valley Burlesque Society Fresno! The incredible multifaceted menagerie of beauties with talent galore welcomes YOU, yes you, to throw caution to the wind, to let go of all inhibitions and to learn the oldest art in the world, the ultimate in sensual power and prowess, the decadent skills and thrills of seduction, tease and denial, the art of Burlesque! As a woman that grew up adoring Dita Von Teese the Burlesque Revival Goddess I ached at the thought of never being able to shimmy, sing and torment the crowds until they were forced to jump to their feet in standing ovation, because when my pipes blow and my hips start shaking, no man, woman or demi-god on earth will be able to take their eyes of of moi! *wink* I was so bothered by the fact that only big cities offered such moulin rouge inspired fun, for fortunately the lovely ladies of VBS decided it was time to change the scenery of Fresno by adding more sparkle, glitz and glamour to this dark urban cityscape. 

More About VBS
bur·lesque
Pronunciation:
..(ˌ)bər-ˈlesk..
Function: noun Etymology:
from French – burlesque, adjective, comic, droll; from Italian – burlesco; from Spanish – burla, joke
Date: 1667

• 1 : a literary or dramatic work that seeks to ridicule by means of grotesque exaggeration or comic imitation
  
• 2 : mockery usually by caricature
  
• 3 : theatrical entertainment of a broadly humorous often earthy character consisting of short turns, comic skits, and sometimes striptease acts
  

The Valley Burlesque Society was founded in June of 2008 by Amanda Allure and Joie de Vivre. These two adventurous ladies wanted to bring the fun and excitement of burlesque and variety to their home town, rather than have to drive for hours to see anything like it.
In that spirit, the VBS was formed to foster an environment where variety and Vaudeville style entertainment was not just welcomed, but was the main bill of fare.
To date, Valley Burlesque Society productions have been host to a lovely array of striptease acts, ranging from silly and clever, to sublime, as well as acts that dazzle the audience with magic, juggling, music, comedy, fire-eating and more.
Shows are planned approximately every three months, and there is always room for something new, or something different.
The VBS is meant to be a collective of artists and performers coming together to put on a great show in a cooperative setting.

Variety acts can consist of (but aren’t limited to):

• Musicians (unusual instruments or small ensembles are a plus)
• Dancers (from ballroom to flamenco, bellydance to ballet, traditional dances of all kind are great)
• Jugglers
• Fire spinners (for outdoor shows, unless you have glowy toys!)
• Acrobats (depending on space available)
• Contortionists
• Magicians
• Sideshow freaks (sticking pins through your skin? glass eater? whaddaya got?)
• The list goes on… Do you do something interesting? Do you know someone who does?

If you are a variety performer who understands the true meaning of burlesque – good clean fun with a spicy or unexpected twist, humor with an edge, beauty and artistic freedom – contact the VBS at VBSFresno@comcast.net. There’s a stage for you!

To those eager to know why I'm so thrilled to be a part of this beautiful movement besides the gorgeous costumes and scantily clad ladies, it's filled with empowering, body positive surroundings from the women who participate from size 0-30, to those gorgeous ladies of all ages 18-99! There's no limits except your own, your inhibitions are left at the door and once those lights hit center stage you've transformed into a true show stopping, curve shaking Rubenesque Revolution Goddess! There's no need for acceptance, you're already making men and women's mouths water, no need to worry about fitting into the western worlds views of body standards, this classic art form is where all the most sophisticated gentlemen wandered off too in the night with cigars and brandy to enjoy the lush, curvaceous, confident and plump show. *wink* To inspire women everywhere and to also embrace and adore the curves that I, my Demi-God or those hungry devotees are craving, I gladly adorn the stage with every inch of my luscious self and hope to inspire every goddess to realize just how incredibly gorgeous they truly are! 

For those of you excited to participate in the next class this August, and for those ready for the stage and limelight the students debut their learned lessons, tricks and treats for VBS' Annual Halloween Show at Frank's Place! As a die-hard performer and one aching to debut my prepared material for the stage, I invite you to come out and see one and all of the gorgeous beauties of the new and classic cast of Valley Burlesque Society Fresno. Bella BloodLust has a special surprise  but you'll have to wait until after October to catch my show, I'm on the wait list for the Tower District Classes. I look forward to seeing each and every one of you there front row and center, the velvet curtain parts and the show is about to begin, hold onto your seats ladies and gents, this is going to be a curvy ride! *wink* 

When I first stumbled upon the bodacious breasts informing, No scratch that, Demanding I read in the buff on July 5th was the most welcomed message of libertine revolutionary energy the day after celebrating our nation's Independence, I vowed to join forces with the movement of sexy intellectual bibliophiles and chose my favorite recently read memoir by Russell Brand, My Booky Wook. I couldn't help but cozy up in the nude to his powerful, gripping and often comical book with in depth stories of trauma, sorrow, darkness and transcendence into light through love and spiritualism. This Pranic Healer and Indian taught mystic was truly compelled and relishing in the sapiosexual bliss of a great story told by a brilliant man with the added or subtracted clothing element made my day of reading much more fulfilling than the usual book fetish weekend. So join the revolution of sapiosexual bibliophiles, get creative and send in your photos to celebrate the sexy movement of brilliant women reading in the nude! 

Toujours Sanglante
Bella BloodLust
Reading in The Buff Enthusiast 

Read in the raw.
For centuries, being able to read was a mark of privilege and progress.  Those who could read were held in high regard.  Being able to devour books and literature at your leisure was set aside for the upper classes.  Sometimes, even owning books was dangerous and could get you killed.

As time marched on, literacy became more and more prevalent until now we take the that very skill for granted.  As a culture, we no longer savor reading.  We no longer touch it with our whole bodies.  At best, we may read in passing, at as high a speed as we use our social media.  Any “literature” longer than 140 characters might as well be War and Peace assigned by a teacher that hates us.

What a shame!  Reading is a sensual, ritual experience – or at least it should be.  We should set aside time, set the stage, treat books like lovers…

That’s why we, the international literary salon Naked Girls Reading, have decide to make July 5th READ NAKED DAY  Join us in removing the obstacles that hinder your freedom to read as a ritual.  Doff your clothing on July 5th and get in touch with one of the most powerful forces in history – the reading of the written word.

We invite you to take part by simply reading naked.  That’s it.  If you’d like to be even more involved in bringing focus back to the ritual of reading BECOME A READ WARRIOR and help us get the word out.  Start a naked book club.  Get your local books stores involved.  Because if there’s one thing we at Naked Girls Reading know for sure:

Become a F-READ-OM FIGHTER and fight for the cause!  You could go down in history as  a naked Joan of Arc (but hopefully less crazy) fighting with fanaticism to make sure our culture doesn’t forget about the ritual of reading.

F-READ-OM FIGHTERS are eligible for a packet of fun materials including a Read Naked Day poster, bookmark, 8×10 of Michelle L’amour, a ticket to a Naked Girls Reading event and more.

• Writing a READ NAKED DAY theme song?
• Have an idea for a press stunt?  Could bring new meaning to the term flash mob.
• Starting a READ NAKED book club? Watch out Oprah.
• Whatever your idea, let us know and we could confer upon you the title of READ WARRIOR.

For more information CLICK HERE and Join The Movement of F-READ-om Fighters!

As you can imagine, when you take off your clothes you make friends.  The first International Read Naked Day (2013) was such a success that made plenty.  Naked readers from all over the world joined us to celebrate the ritual of reading.

We’d like to feature a few of our fellow F-READ-OM FIGHTERS here:

The Outdoor Co-Ed Topless Pulp Fiction Appreciation Society 
Books & Bums
Naked Girls Reading

The Daily Show & Jon Stewart Presents: America

As the 2016 Presidential Elections dig their way into all of our patriotic minds thanks to media frenzy, I thought it was more than time to brush up on my politics to keep myself well informed on our nation's history to further guide my libertine spirit to electing the right people into office. From pages dripping with fact's, satire and most of all comedy, this enthralling read will keep you laughing, smiling and shaking your head in grateful frustration that finally at long last, somebody knows what it truly means to be an American. We're loud, often ignorant to what's important and we don't give a damn as long as we have our freedom and our gun rights, I look forward to every hilarious photo, graph and endless insight from the comedy central show with the most, The Daily Show! 

So what are you waiting for?! Visit the websites, take the pledge and join the sexy movement, Happy International Reading Naked Day!

Toujours Sanglante,
Bella BloodLust
Libertine of The Rubenesque Revolution 

To Cosmic Travelers Local & Worldwide,

As many of my long time clients, friends and loved ones know I originally moved to Tower District to get closer to the heart of Fresno, or as many of us that live in this artistic, creative and endlessly entertaining part of the city, we all know it as Historic Tower District. 

For the past two years I've lived on Van Ness, celebrated Drum Circles on Earth Day with dear friends and loved ones, have helped facilitate many beautiful, strong and courageous clients to watch so many transform into phoenixes filling the skies with radiant light and love abound. I originally opened my Temple doors in 2008 in Northwest Fresno, but until I moved to Tower District, I never truly felt like my Temple was home. 

After finally at long last a week before my 25th birthday I met the most incredible being and man to share my life with, my one and only Twin Flame. As we both smiled in awe at the possibilities of pursuing our dual future together as holistic doctors, and those that desire to heal humanity through natural medicine, organic-vegan living and spiritualism to heal the soul from all that it's endured past and present, to facilitate a true sense of direction, strength and control to inspire each and every being to be their own inspiration and to fulfill their life's purpose like never before. This dream was finally a living breathing reality when we met. 

Over the last two years it's been wonderful working hard every day and watching my love do the same for us both to work towards eventually owning and operating a holistic clinic, my love in charge of all herbalist and apothecary needs, and for me to facilitate the growth of the mind, body and soul through the spiritual services, products, classes and workshops that are offered here on this very site. 

I'm incredibly pleased to announce after two long years of hard work and dedication to pursuing our mutual goals of being living, breathing superheros, Bodhisattva and inspiring each and every one of our clients and patients to heal the world by healing themselves, we're finally at long last ready to merge dreams into future. As we embark on a semi-long life pursuit of finding the perfect place to call home for both Imij Medicine & Shadows Into Light Spiritual Services Temple & Archive, we've decided to join together and unite our homes as One, this new temporary location is just a pit stop to our greater goals, dreams and mutual destiny for ourselves and most of all humanity. 

Not to worry my temple doors are still very much open just located in a new place for a short time until near future dreams comes to fruition, this doesn't prevent me from assisting you in-person or by phone, email or skype appointment, I'm available 5 days a week with extended hours and special appointments for emergencies, nothing has changed only my address which for the duration of the Summer months my temple will be located at:


1375 N. San Pablo Ave.
Fresno Ca 93728

After Summer is over our new mutual location will be announced and most certainly in the heart of Tower District, not only is this place a part of our hearts and the heart of the city, but it's where we met, where we fell in love and what will always truly be our home, it's my greatest honor to announce this wonderful merge between myself and my incredible Twin Flame, and as the years go by and our goals and degrees are achieved we truly hope to make a life changing impact on your life to truly transform you into the eternal image of health and happiness incarnate, thank you for previous six years of the most wonderful exchange and loving support as I follow my dreams in life that you are very much a part of, we have so much more in store, so many dreams slowly but surely coming true and as we approach singularity this time in humanity is more exciting than any eon we've ever before experienced. 

Welcome to Our Home & Temple,
Namaste,
Psychic Bella 
Shadows Into Light Spiritual Services Temple & Archive 

 Meditation Session 
$12.50 per 15 minutes during the month of July
  $25.00 per 15 minutes retail price after July Ends

What is Meditation?

Meditation is a practice in which an individual trains the mind and/or induces a mode of consciousness to realize some benefit, although it can be argued meditation is a goal in and of itself.

The term meditation refers to a broad variety of practices (much like the term sports), which range from techniques designed to promote relaxation, contacting spiritual guides, building internal energy (chi, ki, prana, etc.), receiving psychic visions, getting closer to a god, seeing past lives, taking astral journeys, and so forth, to more technical exercises targeted at developing compassion, love, patience, generosity, forgiveness and more far-reaching goals such as effortless sustained single-pointed concentration, single-pointed analysis, and an indestructible sense of well-being while engaging in any and all of life's activities. Thus, it is essential to be specific about the type of meditation practice under investigation.

Failure to make such distinctions would be akin to the use of the word 'sport' to refer to all sports as if they were essentially the same. For example, the overly generic description of meditation as a mere relaxation technique becomes extremely problematic when one attends to the details of many practices. In contrast, we should think about the term "Meditation" as referring to several neighborhoods of New Age practices, shamanistic lucid dreaming and astral journeying, theistic-concentration meditations (Samadhi, clinging to god, Gnosis), contemplation, visualization, hypnotherapy, aromatherapy, chakra clearing, kundalini, breathing exercises, training of single-pointed attention, training in mindfulness, training in single-pointed analysis, vision questing, chi building exercises, and so on, developed for various ends."

Sometimes meditation is an inwardly oriented practice which individuals do by themselves. There are also forms of meditation, however, which require an individual to be walking, moving, talking, eating, or working, such as advanced forms of Zen, Mahamudra, and Vajrayana. Prayer beads or other ritual objects are commonly used during meditation in order to keep track of or remind the practitioner about some aspect of the training. Meditation may involve generating an emotional state for the purpose of analyzing that state - such as anger, hatred, etc - or cultivating particular mental response to various phenomena, such as compassion. The term "meditation" can refer to the state itself, as well as to practices or techniques employed to cultivate the state. In brief, there are dozens of specific styles of meditation practice; the word meditation may carry different meanings in different contexts. Meditation has been practiced since antiquity as a component of numerous religious traditions and beliefs.

What does your Meditation Sessions Consist of?

It varies person to person some people enjoy meditating in the calmness of my serene home that is suited for relaxing sessions others prefer being outdoors to tune into natures soothing energy, depending on location music varies, outdoors I prefer to drum and chant indoors I prefer to chant with music that is turned on that incredibly peaceful and cathartic, contact me today for more details and special requests are always taken into consideration I want this to be the most fulfilling meditation experience you've ever had. One that you an take with you wherever your life's path takes you for eternal peace of mind, body and soul. 

To book an In-Person, Skype, or Phone Session, Contact Psychic Bella Today, I very much look forward to unlocking the most powerful and ancient method to full mind, body and soul relaxation, this profound discipline has aided to spiritual enlightenment from of the world Western beings to Shaolin Monk's both ancient and modern. Find the true transforming gift of transcendence and learn various techniques and methods found all over the ancient and modern world for true satori, zen and tranquility. 

Namaste,
Psychic Bella 
Shadows Into Light Spiritual Services
Temple & Archive

As the Midsummer Sun inspires each loving soul to dance freely in the banters of love and affection, I take time during this season to focus on what's truly important, to appreciate each experience and new person I meet along the way down my personal path in life. As the gardens of earth's decadent bed pour all of their energy into being the most bountiful fruition a God or Goddess could ask for in each flower, fruit and vegetable in the physical in spiritual gardens, I sit back and truly soak in the sun as well as the season by throwing caution to the wind and also taking invaluable time to turn inwards for messages of grand future importance that have yet to make their ways to the surface of my oceanic psyche. The season is filled with fun, adventure and endless nights to dance and celebrate just being alive. Toast and honor the God and Goddesses around you in your social circles by coming together as One for community and familiar interludes of love and passion. This is the season to take joy in the progress we've made in our internal and external gardens, to prepare for the first harvest before the dark, cold months return to keep us shut away or too tired to interact. The liveliness of the summer time season is blended well with happy faces, and endless feasts of merriment and true adventure. Follow your gypsy soul to the 10 corners of the earth, or create an entirely new universe in your own physical and spiritual backyard. The freedom of the season beckons you to take it by the hand and dance with the energy long into the Midsummer nights and early Twilight mornings wrapped in blankets with those you love most surrounding campfire. From ancient to modern festivals to finding new ways to appreciate the traditional under the sun or indoor fun of the season, Welcome to Summer, make it one you'll never ever forget. 

Bella BloodLust
As the endless accolades truly capture the international excitement of my first calendar installment Madame De Pompadour I've been inspired to not only pursue the limelight realms of alternative modeling but also now being coined as the Goddess of The Rubenesque Revolution I truly seek to inspire so many woman to pursue and achieve what it truly means to be Body Beautiful and to relish and embrace it from this year on and the rest of their lives as truly beyond being a beautiful woman and a intellectual spiritualist, to inspire through my vision to change the world for the better, nothing means more to me in life than this. 

Charity & Art Hop Auction In The Works...
Very soon I desire to have an art show which will also initiate a worldwide Rubenesque Revolution Charity & Worldwide Network to promote true health and Body Beautiful living, in a world where anorexia, bulimia, depression, self-mutilation and more plague the beautiful psyche's of the divine feminine that walks in each of us on this beautiful earth, I desire to help, and inspire those to ascend such Western Ideological limitations to truly embrace Self-Love & Acceptance.

Calendar Installments...
I'm waiting for the weather to warm up just a bit before I disrobe and prepare myself to recreate the iconic and infamous photo shoot of Mama Cass and the elegant and beloved depiction of The Roman Harem Girl, stay tuned as last year was all about clearing the rubble, this year is about building beautiful temples, and this Goddess is just getting started. 

La Maison BloodLust Presents:
Madame De Pompadour Merchandise
As the endless requests for portraits, home items, decadent kitchen accessories, travel bags, purses and jewelry, including poker cards, cigar humidors and jewelry boxes keep filling my inbox, La Maison BloodLust is taking over and ensuring that each and every request is fulfilled as soon as orders are placed, a decadent treat for you or your sweetie kissed and caressed by the infamous French Concubine herself Madame De Pompadour. 

The latest creation from La Maison BloodLust are timeless Postcards! Purchase one or the entire collection for less than $20.00 USD!

Madame De Pompadour's Portraits 
From the professional fetishist that desires to adorn his or her study with these timeless images, to the private old world collector that adorns his or her home with decadent and awe inspiring art, from individual portraits, assorted and custom collections, to collector's editions each beautiful portrait is produced on high quality satin photo print and delivered to you from The Scarlet Gardens. 

Projects In The Works, Calendar Series
"I Dream in Concubines" Historical Recreation Calendar featuring Bella BloodLust

Red Skye World's Comic Book Vixen Bella BloodLust
Independent modeling does have it's time constraints, I've modeled for Red Skye World for over two years now and during this process of being featured in their Comic Book Lydia St. Clair & Bella BloodLust in The BloodSlayers as well as having a featured page, Poster & Trading Cards available with my Comic, I've realized that if I'm ever to debut my Psychic Vampire persona at Comic-Con that I must start my journey locally! I've found some great conventions for Comic Book Heroines like myself from Ani-Jam to other Venues keep your eyes peeled as I do hope to have enough merchandise available as well as product booth availability, but on an artists budget it takes support from fans to get me out there, so purchase a comic, trading cards set or poster today, there's exclusive autographed and limited collector's editions for true Bella BloodLust fanatics, so what are you waiting for? 
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Coming This Fall!
I've had numerous requests for Introduction to Psychic Protection, Introduction to Psychic Abilities, & Child Development for Sapphire, Indigo, Rainbow & Crystal Children for quite some time now, due to a busy school schedule I haven't had any time until now to complete them, so stay tuned as your classes will be ready by Spring Equinox 2014! Also in the works classes and workshops on a donation basis will be located at Fresno City College for struggling and stressed out students in need, I'm in contact with Student Services and fulfilling all the obligations to ensure these are offered by Fall of 2014. 

The Rubenesque Revolution 
Workshop Series Coming This Fall 
In addition to these wonderful classes I'm also in the process of developing a four class Self Esteem, Body & Sexuality Positive & Female Empowerment Workshop Series, that expands The Rubenesque Revolution to women locally and worldwide to gain invaluable insight, life changing exercises, assignments and group exercises to develop positive female relationships inside and outside the fourth generation wave of feminism. We must embrace the female goddess within and in turn embrace it in each and every single woman that is a walking goddess incarnate, whether she knows it or not. By engaging in a female gathering group workshop series that will expand your mind, body and soul to make room for self love, sacred femininity and sacred sexuality allows each and every one of us to bring about the next phase in human and female interpersonal ascension and global consciousness. By removing the stigmas, skewed viewpoints, and oppressive views of women worldwide we create the world we truly want to live in, the one that celebrates the beauty of woman in all her divine glory. 

Featured Author at Fresno's Pagan Pride Day 2014
I'm excited to announce that I've been invited by the local council for pagan pride day to be a part of a pagan author's featured event. I'll be discussing my cookbook that was originally created for fundraising purposes for past pagan pride day events and sharing with the community both local and worldwide submitted recipes in this wonderful cookbook, books will be available for purchase for those that missed out on past in person events, and for those that want to support the local community 50% of the proceeds made from each cookbook will go towards funding next years festival. This only applies with day of event purchases. I'll also be discussing the endless spiritual services, products, classes and workshops for interested spiritualists, new and returning clients, as well as reading Tarot for those that desire to peer back behind the veil with Psychic Bella to glimpse the wonders of your near future. The date for the event is October 25th at Roeding Park, I'll update everybody with more information as we get closer to the event. 

What Two Thousand Fourteen Has Waiting for You!
The Archive: 
For the daily spiritualist that desires to expand the richness of their life with spiritual diversity I welcome you to The Shadows Into Light Temple Archive

Shadows Into Light Spiritual Services with Psychic Bella Monthly Special 50% Off!
Don't forget to check out This Month's Special from Shadows into Light Spiritual Services with Psychic Bella, each month a service or product is chosen at random and offered at half-price for those spiritualists in need on a very strict budget. 

Shadows into Light Spiritual Services with Psychic Bella
New & Extended Temple Hours!
MWF: Noon-8pm
Weekends: Noon-Midnight 
By Appointment Only
Available In Person, Skype, Email or Phone
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The Scarlet Gardens The Decadent World Of The Scarlet Gardens
Extended Galleries, Including the Infamous Madame De Pompadour series

Photoshoot Series Coming Soon:
Historical & Iconic Recreation: Mama Cass 
Historical Recreation: Roman Concubine Harem Girl

Behind The Iron Gates of The Scarlet Gardens
The iron gates are waiting for you to turn the key, all you need is one secret password and entry into my world of dark decadence and sensual delight is yours for eternity.

The Scarlet Gardens is Under Reconstruction
I've recently dedicated this section of my website to the most profound dream come true that I've found from stories 2,000 years old and now live, breathe and experience it every single day of my life, previous educational articles and fetish entries are now being collaborated and expressed in my book pursuit below, feel free to keep up with my updates as the book progresses.... As I only have time for educating or writing novels for now I choose to write and after the book is published will build an entire curriculum for fetishists world wide to climb the thorny branches of Twin Flame Divine Reunion 

How The Sun King Captured The Moon:
A Tale of Twin Flames
The Future Novel by His Concubine Bella Luna

Exclusive Access To:
Erotic Literature
Cosplay & Fetish Gallery 
Lifestyle 
Fashion 
Blog

Coming Soon!
Videos
Interviews 
Published Collaborative Erotica Book
Music & More!

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Old World Transportation & Rare Nightlife Adventures
As many of you realize I've been without reliable transportation since February of 2013, as much as bicycling and walking are guaranteed forms of travel, unfortunately in our rather large but not quite Metropolis city, the bus itself is quite atrocious, from hours just to reach the other side of Fresno, to the probably swifter comparison of an Amish with Horse and Wagon it's truly not a convenient form of transportation, that usually leaves one late, super early or profoundly confused as to why no bus has arrived at all. Another common mid-city factor is due to the middle-ground our current city population is in, they don't offer bus transportation once all the parties are ready to commence! In larger cities like LA or San Francisco the buses run 24 hours a day, very convenient for those that work evenings and night owls that enjoy a bit of fun in the night after a long hard day. This usually keeps me limited to Tower District area as well as carpooling with friends and family on special occasions as it's the only affordable way to travel in this city after hours, with Taxi's costing as much as a half a weeks worth of vegan groceries for a 20 minute ride it's easy to see on a student's, psychic's and artist's budget as to why Psychic Bella & Bella BloodLust are truly home bound for the time being. Unless special preparations are made in advanced it's usually not possible for me to venture out after dark unless it's nearby. I am appreciative of the simplistic and old world way my life is lead currently but that doesn't mean it doesn't have it's common struggles, as time consuming as mundane and regular tasks usually are, they're quadrupled in time amounts when the city bus is the only method of travel presently, so do forgive me for my inability to see each and every one of you as much as I desire, as much as I plan, but as we all say in Tower, I live a block away from Babylon, why are you not visiting me now? Orgy is playing I can hear them from my backyard! 

Social Circles & Cosplay Adventures
From The Gaslamp Society to Enjoying Time & Space with Friends, Family & Special Occasions I do my best to participate and arrive in style to as many events and social outings as I can manage with finances, lack of transportation and mostly lack of energy at the time, Fresno City College travel is fun but also very exhausting on the body, so I do look forward to seeing you when I do, and appreciate those that can understand how slow paced life can be without all the modern accommodations. P.E.R.C Fresno is another wonderful old world cosplay society esteemed on costume recreations and customs of time periods past, you may remember seeing many of these wonderful chaps and ladies at our co-hosted Time Travel Tea Party for those of you that can't get enough dancing, dining and wooing from 17th, 18th & 19th Century past, join the wonderful P.E.R.C Fresno community for their next event listed below.

The Gaslamp Societies
Summer Event Schedule

NorCal Pirate Festival - June 14/15

SLO Faire - July 19/20

Mrs. Parks Regency Rout 2014 - Aug 2nd (P.E.R.C. Fresno) 

Moonlight Melodrama Steamtrain Ride #3- Aug 10

Ani-Jam 2014 Steampunk Gathering - Aug 15 

For more information about these upcoming events stay informed and Like Our Public Facebook Page, are you a community participant that's inspired to help us organize and stock the Zeppelin before each event? Then find our Group on Facebook through The Gaslamp Society Page. 

 Lets start with Goals & Dreams, Since 2008, I've been known as Psychic Bella, founding Shadows into Light Spiritual Services has truly been the real life experience needed to continue honing my psychic abilities, helping those in the valley and all over the world seek a higher quality of living and truly transforming from the inside out has given me a taste of my future. Since Spring of 2013, I've been pursuing my AS in Anthropology a field I've been very much immersed in in this role in the universe, however being able to observe from an outside perspective has also given me a profound sense of balance, wisdom and insight, and is allowing me to pursue my BS in Criminology & Forensics, which eventually will lead to a Masters in Psychology and allowing me to end my collegiate pursuits with three degrees that also cater to Diadetic Aide & English Majoring, let's break this all down as I'm more than aware what college talk sounds like. 

AS Degree in Anthropology
Anthropology is the study of human beings, it bridges the gap between societal, religious, cultural and linguistic gaps that have long been needed to be bridged to assure we all transcend to a more Unitarian existence, allowing the psychic to also become the scientist to not only broaden the world and understanding for clients in a more scientific as well as merging their already understood natural sciences to allow each field to finally accept and embrace each other regardless of terminology. This will eventually allow me to be able to help clients even with medical insurance instead of just having to pay out of pocket which is a big problem with Western Society, that Holistic Medicine is seen secondary to Traditional, in Eastern Societies it's revered and we wonder why everybody in India & Japan live to be 120 years old without cancer, diabetes or obesity. This also allows me to pursue and help my spiritual clients in all aspects not just the spiritual and religious sector, as much as I very much enjoy this, as a Shaman I've innately felt until all religions and philosophical concepts are understood and shared completely we all have missing puzzle pieces and bridges that need to be connected, this is where Psychic Bella comes in.

BS in Criminology & Forensics
This avenue of educational pursuits will allow me to transfer my abilities to assisting in more cold cases and other cases involving dead or alive circumstances in the field of victomology, by having a dual degree in forensics I'll be able to transfer helping people and various cultures, and religious backgrounds to be seen correctly by the criminal justice department and also bridge the gaps by solving cases as a Psychic Detective, after already assisting off-record with previous officers and actually being the key person that helped solve the cases, it's been told to me by more than a few officers that they'd legally use and pay me as an independent detective and investigator that will allow me to work from home, be called to crime scenes or domestic disputes and finally allow families to rest once they've had their case or common issue solved. With the best criminology lab and brand new facility here only in Fresno and West Virginia, I consider myself lucky to have the opportunity to receive such quality training and education that allows me to help but not become one of those typical cops, Sorry I quite literally refuse to participate I'm here to solve cases and help people, keep the pride to badges to yourself I'm just not interested.  

Masters in Psychology with Concentration in English, Religion & Nutrition
After receiving my Master's Degree I'll be able to pursue a doctorate or Ph.D that will allow my writing to be taken seriously, as well as earning the title Doctor, once received I've been more than informed that you truly can change the world with just your title, I'll be focusing on getting more of my work published, concentrating on religious victomology as I truly help to free those that were bound to such rigid and forced views as I was given and worse to be able to help transcend life in the most healthy way. Nutrition is essential as a vegan and holistic medicine practitioner, I'm quite excited to announce that in the next decade my love and I will be able to open a Holistic Medicine Clinic, that specializes in healthy living, from gardening, to raw food clinics, to spirituality and holistic medicine we're rooted in our goals and dreams for the future, to not only continue to be healthy but to help those that never thought they could gain a second chance at life and vitality. Becoming a Diadedic Aide will assure my partner that when He's out away from the clinic saving the world, I'll be there ensuring our staff, patients and temple is running efficiently as this level of degree is required to assist a brilliant Doctor and eventual Masters in Chemistry my one and only Twin Flame. I can already see him accepting his Nobel Prize for curing so many diseases and ailments of humanities modern era, and with his brilliance ensuring your body is well, and my desire to help your soul and mind, we're both truly anticipating and ensuring this dream comies to fruition more than you can even imagine. 

Businesses
Currently as Psychic Bella & also Head Marketer for Imij Medicine, I'm truly busy 7 days a week, I currently accept appointments Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays and on Weekends for in-person spiritual bookings as well as online ones for international clients. The rest of the time my energy is shared between collegiate pursuits, and assisting my love in our mutual dreams and business pursuits. This is why advanced planning is needed for social outings and even Shadows Into Light Spiritual Services Bookings, as the months and seasons change so does my traveling gypsy soul, and I'm truly needed out there in the big world so please join us and enjoy the ever changing and prosperous scenery. Besides these pursuits I have my enjoyable times as Model, Artist, Siren, & Performance Artist, these times are few and far in between but as time goes by and opportunity knocks I'm grateful when good health is along with me to pursue these dreams. 

Health 
After six months of dealing with endless health issues, and that was after fifteen years trying to get this tubal ligation surgery I'm proud to say with the last bit of my stitches healing right now that I'm doing fantastic! I feel amazing, energy is restored no more insane ovaries trying to kill me with cyst bursts each month, and the extensive cleaning procedure done for my endometriosis scar tissue has left my body feeling wonderful! I never realized how many ailments stemmed from these awful disorders and now that I'm a fixed kitten I'm happy to say I feel like a true Goddess now that my mind, body and soul are working together in tandem instead of being mentally exhausted and spiritually depressed that once again this month I'm down for two weeks just existing until the problems went away after my menstrual cycles each month. I'm finally 1000% percent healthy and because of that life long issue finally being solved be prepared to see a lot more of me over the coming weeks, months and years! I'm happy to be alive and have the energy to boot!

After two years at my present location the cosmos have guided me to changing direction and following the winds of change in finding a new place to merge my Spiritual Temple and my Twin Flames Holistic Clinic into one beautiful, world changing location. As we both focus on the degrees necessary to pursue our dreams and goals in the physical world, we relish in the excitement and calamity that comes along with packing boxes, preparing present places with advanced notice and throwing caution to the wind as we search together to find the perfect place to call home. Before this newsletter ever arrives I'll be up to my ceiling in boxes and packing up my temple and moving it into storage, as I temporarily move into my love's house before we find a new place together of our very own. This shouldn't be long before we're in our new temple, clinic and home together, until the clients and spiritualists still have access to in person, phone, email and skype appointments with Psychic Bella and of course the same temple energy will be provided even if the physical surroundings aren't presently what you've been used too. As moving during mercury retrograde and waiting for the perfect time to shower me in prosperous abundance that arrives towards the end of this month, I'm counting my blessings and doing plenty of daily meditation to ensure my Cancer Moon in Natal Chart doesn't go berzerk even more than I have already in this stressful process, realizing that home is truly where the heart is, it's not a place of residence. New Temporary Temple Location will be revealed shortly as soon as I'm settled in and appointments will continue on as usual, as this is the goal and dream for us both someday to own a clinic for the mind body and soul to rejuvenate and find eternal health on every conceivable level. This is the next chapter in my book, and for once while I peer into the future, I'm not frightened at what I see, but excited so much so that I already wish I was there. So my focus now is to move into a new home and to realize on deeper levels that I'm finally here, Twin Flame in loving hand. 

From Writing the Epic Novel of Twin Flames, that's still in the vision board, dreamscape and brainstorming process, To pursuing so many creative adventures that beckon me to celebrate the coming age with a Rubenesque Revolution, I do hope you enjoyed this month's newsletter, there's so many things coming this year, on BellaBloodLust.com and the wondrous world stage as well, As the months continue I do look forward to seeing you, hearing from you, and reading your comments, emails and suggestions. 

Toujours Sanglante,
Bella BloodLust