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| Sandi and Deb on our last Vashon morning |
Every single day of our retreat, the three of us left the farmhouse just before sunrise to walk three miles around a loop we discovered a few years back. It was the perfect way to start the day before spending so many hours sitting and writing, reading and sharing, and listening to each other's positive feedback about our writing.
And now it's over. Our sixth and final Vashon Island gathering of the bloggers who have called ourselves "Vashonistas" has come to an end. What lies ahead isn't clear, but I truly hope that I will see the magical island of Vashon again someday. I only know it in October, and this year the weather was more than perfect. We got many glimpses of Rainier, and on our last night, we were treated to the mountain in alpenglow.
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| Rainier and Quartermaster Harbor |
I'm filled to the brim, but also glad to be back in the apartment with my dear partner. I've picked up my car, which has been repaired, and returned the rental car. Tomorrow my familiar life returns, but I've got a hankering to stir things up. We'll see what happens.
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Always nice to be home again, but glad to hear you mention "stirring things up". That must mean you had a good time. I will watch with interest.
ReplyDeleteRainier looks like a painting. So beautiful. Welcome home, DJan! It's good to go on an adventure and equally good to be home.
ReplyDeleteThat "final" part makes me a bit sad, but then all good things must come to an end. I know that the rewards of these retreats have enriched your lives. I look forward to what might get "mixed up".
ReplyDeleteI think being nudged out of the routine once in a while is a good idea.
ReplyDeleteI am intrigued to learn about your stirring. And glad that you are home safe and sound and your car has been repaired.
ReplyDeleteMt Rainier is spectacular! What a great shot! Glad you are home safely and stirred! Sounds interesting.
ReplyDeleteI can' t wait to see what will appear.
ReplyDeleteLove the photo of the sunrise! So happy for you DJan that you were able to enjoy your time away, become even more inspired, and recharge your batteries. Looking forward to future posts :-)
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to see what turn your writing takes now! Gorgeous photo!
ReplyDeleteGlad you had a good weekend. Love the sky in your first photo.
ReplyDeleteStir away! :)
ReplyDeleteGoodness, that went quickly. Hope not so much for you. That shot of Rainier is wonderful. Sorry your writer's retreat is over but know you will be back in your fun and active routine soon.
ReplyDeleteThat is such a beautiful place to visit. It will be interesting to see what you women do next year.
ReplyDeleteWhat a gorgeous place to spend time with friends.
ReplyDeleteHappy to read your car is mended and it sounds like it may be getting a little test-drive somewhere soon :)
Hugs,
~Jo
So happy to know you are home safe and sound. Waiting patiently to see what you stir up!
ReplyDeleteI get a little tickle, wondering how you will stir things up! :)
ReplyDeleteBeatiful photos. I look forward to hearing what happens next.
ReplyDeleteGlad to hear you are home:) Yeah for stirring things up a bit!! :)
ReplyDeleteNothing ever stays the same in life. I hate it when good things come to an end. Although, maybe your group of 3 or 4 will have a surprising growth spurt. Or maybe you'll just rent a smaller place in Hawaii!
ReplyDeleteIt sounds like a busy, happy time with good friends. I thought of you because though I had end of life documents in order, I had not written final instructions for my family. I FINALLY got that done and feel a huge sense of relief. Stirring things up sounds like fun!
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