I was up the California coast near Fort Bragg at a women’s retreat . . . such breathtaking coastal beauty . . . and the retreat was just what I needed. I was going through my divorce at the time and my heart was shattered. I didn’t know who I was anymore and felt like my soul was just drifting away. I was quiet and withdrawn, not participating, just watching and absorbing the healing presence of the teacher . . . she would just smile and nod at me on occasion, but generally just let me be.

On one afternoon break I decided to take a walk in the woods nearby.. . . walking on a trail by the creek . . . just listening to the nature sounds and getting a little exercise. I realized I needed to get back to the retreat and started to turn around . . . but something said no, keep going. I was puzzled but kept walking. After a bit I checked the time again and turned to go back. . . but as I started walking back to the retreat center I felt my stomach drop . . . like something was wrong . . .hmmm that was interesting I thought . . . so I turned back around again and just kept going.

I walked a few more feet and the trail made a sharp turn and I was suddenly in a beautiful grove of old growth red wood trees. These have always been my favorite tress. It was so awesome and unexpectant . . . it took my breath away. Needless to say I didn’t make it back to the afternoon session of the retreat. I stayed with these trees and began my soul healing return to me journey. I was so grateful that I had just kept going.

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Much Love, Lela