Spring 2007 Retreat Postponed to Fall 2007
After much soul-searching and with Lisa's compassionate blessing, we've postponed next month's Women at Rest & Play Retreat until this fall. New dates + yummy location TBD.
More than anything, restful living means taking good care of ourselves, and on top of everything else that's happened unexpectedly the last month -- Elliott passing, separating from my husband, buying a house, preparing to relocate myself and zena moon across the state in mid-April -- I came to realize -- I came to accept -- that doing one more big thing would be too much "more." (The actual word that emerged was cruel.)
Yesterday a wise young woman who I adore said, "It's OK not to be OK." Sometimes I feel OK, sometimes not. No matter how I'm feeling, deep down I'm discovering a quiet unshakeable truth that I *am* OK and will continue to *be* OK.
Thanks for your understanding and support as the principle of rest unfolds even more deeply in my own life.
A thankful decision. Mike and I say "hurrah" and call us if you need us!
Posted by: Cousin Christine | Monday, March 19, 2007 at 04:26 AM
Carla, I am sad for your losses. I support your decision to do what you need for you. Know I am thinking of you and sending positive thoughts for your healing.
Posted by: Leslie | Monday, March 19, 2007 at 04:33 AM
Wonderful, dear Sister!!! I send you ease and comfort in the motion that is set forth right now and know that you are circled by all that is good!
I look forward to all that is about to emerge!
Much love!
Posted by: SunnyGoddess | Monday, March 19, 2007 at 07:57 PM
I find that decisions such as that one are often the hardest of all. But in the end, you have to take care of you before you can take care of anyone else. Sometimes retreats are rescheduled. The world doesn't come to an end. :) I'm so glad you are taking care of you.
Posted by: Kelly | Wednesday, March 21, 2007 at 01:11 PM
Carla, I remember when a wise woman once told me that it was ok to fall apart. After she told me this guess what happened? I fell apart! Boy, did I ever need that! She was right. It was ok. Reading your post just made me so grateful for all of the wonderfully wise, compassionate women in this world! Congrats again for following your heart. ~Beverly
Posted by: Beverly Keaton Smith | Tuesday, April 03, 2007 at 11:09 AM