I have just returned from a very extraordinary place, nestled among spectacular mountains in enclosed gardens. I felt I was visiting friends in a large private home where you could help yourself to hot drinks, fruit juice and biscuits whenever you liked. Sitting at the poolside looking at the stunning scenery, I could feel the energy of harmony and beauty cradling me.
I was lucky enough to be given a bedroom in the original farm house which is built around an enclosed courtyard, with the main group room opening off it, where we “flipped to the fun side” with Alison Goldie each day, learning drama improvisation which was non-stop laughter.
Just outside the room was a stone staircase leading to a large flat roof, where Brenda taught us yoga each morning, ending with the church bell from the nearby town. And each night I lay star-gazing and was delighted and awed to see shooting stars.
Not only was this a very special place, it was inspirational. Two ladies in particular shone. One had had a mastectomy and had been affected by the recommended drugs, causing joint pain. This didn’t deter her from travelling alone or from swimming half naked in the swimming pool. Outstanding courage and bravery.
The other lady had been blind since the age of 16 and again this didn’t deter her from travelling alone, sunbathing and feeling comfortable baring all. She asked for no help unless she specifically requested it. Balls of string were attached to the orchard area so when she went down the steps, she could be guided to her blanket for sunbathing. Her sense of humour and vivid personality were marvellous.
It put everything into perspective and reminded me to be grateful for what I have and to be perfectly comfortable in my own skin.
Will I be going back? You bet!
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