taken from the kayak
I went to kripalu for a few days. I've only been a few times but each time heals and sets me clear on the life I have and re-centers my focus. I have a few different places like that, each available at different times if I need them. Most involve being near water and having plans to gorge on reading and to delve.
Most involve a road trip.
I came home to heat in the 100*'s. The garden is an unruly mess, the studio simply boiling, and we finally put an a/c in downstairs after 5 years.
I made hummingbird nectar and kombucha. I cut back the pumpkin vine growing out of the compost. I took things off the walls and enjoyed the empty space. I gave the birds seed and the dogs peanut butter, scanned polaroids and unpacked.
It's good to go away because it's so good to come back home.
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7 comments:
Oh, I love Kripalu. I want to go back. I love your waterlilies Polaroid, too.
Kripalu sounds lovely. Did you walk in the labyrinth?
i just received a kripalu catalog. been thinking on taking a trip there. september perhaps. this has solidified those plans. so exceptionally lovely.
the beauties of going away. and coming home again, indeed.
Angela ~ I love going there! The food is so fantastic and I love how I can just relax and chill in all the quiet rooms. The views are the best ~ I don't even go to the yoga classes...
Victoria ~ yes, I did, it was beautiful on the hilltop with dozens of cedar waxwings flying and hunting for bugs, and all sorts of flowers growing between the paths.
Ashley ~ You will love it! There is so much wonderful stuff there, I explore a little more each time. They also have a deal sometimes where if you stay 2 nights, a 3rd night is free...not sure when that is, but I might try it next time. It would be so pretty in september. :)
I've always wanted to go there! I was looking at a retreat there (in September maybe) with Stephen Cope. But I think I have decided against it. I feel like I need a vacation that does not involve inner work at all. Someday, though.
i'd love to go to kripalu someday. it's been on my list for years!
the image of your aviators on the road map made my heart skip a beat.
Oh I love the first picture! Wonderful!
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