Last weekend I went to a ladies retreat. It was very nice to get away from everything and not have to cook or clean or supervise. The retreat was held at Sunnyside retreat center beside a lake.  I only had to go down a feet steps to be right beside the water. The sun was warm, the water lapped at the shore. I sat and thought. I sat and enjoyed peace and quiet. I even did some story planning.

Accommodations were nice. I  had shared a bathroom with another lady. I felt like I had always known this lady. We just hit it off. Thanks, Marilyn.

The retreat allowed plenty of time for visiting, meditating, walking or playing games. Whatever suited your fancy.

There was a nice prayer chapel on site.

I read a bit from one of my books and talked a little about writing. The guest speakers were Rick and Kathleen Gibson who spoke on their journey of triumph over West Nile Virus. Kathleen has written a book. Buy it and read it if you get a chance. It’s a very inspiring story.

I had a great weekend.

Then returned to normal life.

Sigh.

But I suppose normal isn’t too be scoffed at. I’ve had weeks that weren’t normal so I know the truth of that.

However, the weekend was a chance to regroup and refill. Something we all need from time to time.