It almost seems like forever ago, but I actually did this one only a few weeks ago:
26. Spend a day by myself
After reading Hand Wash Cold, I went to Karen’s webpage and saw that she had a Mother’s Retreat coming up in just a few weeks twenty minutes away from my house. So I thought it was almost crucial that I go.
(Look what it says on her computer screen.)
Unfortunately for me, I was so so very tired on the day I went that I did not pay as much attention as I would have liked. Having said that, it was an amazing day of soul searching. Reading. Sitting in the beautiful gardens of the temple. Walking meditation in a labyrinth. A little yoga. And some wonderful learning.
I had a brief talk with Karen on the walk back from the labyrinth to the room and I was able to tell her how much and how deeply her words have touched me and I was glad for that opportunity.
If you’re considering one of these Mother’s Retreats by Karen Maezen Miller, I would highly highly recommend it.
It was definitely worth my time and as much as I would like to say that I needed the time alone, I really really missed my family even in the eight hours I was gone. I love my family a lot and even if I am not paying full attention to them all times, I love being surrounded by them.
This sounds like a wonderful retreat . . . but I’m kind of like you; even if I’m not paying full attention to them at all times, I’d rather be surrounded by my family. 😉 I love them so very much. But every now and then it IS nice when my hubby takes them outside to play and gives me a few moments of peace. They are still close by, but the chaos inside the house diminishes considerably. lol I’m glad you enjoyed your retreat!
yes, me too! i like being in the other room and having mommy-time sometimes 🙂