there were so many wonderful things about this retreat it’s
hard to know where to start! first of
all, these ladies came as a group. they
work together and get along so well that they like to play together too. how awesome is that?? so a “creative play” retreat
seemed like the perfect theme!
i had never been up to the lodge at this time of year before
but it was truly magnificent. the clouds
below framed by shining green ferns and punctuated with lavender and purple
lupine…. totally dreamy.
we spent time outside and hiked in the forest, capturing the
beauties of nature, as well as “playing” with it a little.
we spent hours happily creating….. watercolor, nature
prints, tile painting and mandalas. we had a “show and tell” for our beautiful
creations.
we had gourmet meals served by our amazing “head chef”
elissa who is a master of delightful presentation. delicious and beautiful. oh, and a well-stocked bar.
we relaxed. we laughed a lot. there
were goody bags and a raffle. and there
was dancing….
we shared stories, ideas, hopes and dreams, and things of
the heart…..connecting and bonding in the process.
there is a lot of planning that goes into something like
this…. but to me it mostly feels like play and not work. i was deeply honored to be a part of it.
