I signed up for a women’s retreat at my local YMCA about 10 years ago. I was putting myself out there not knowing a soul, but this single mom of three needed an opportunity to relax. Yes I was nervous, especially sleeping in a bunk style cabin with 10 other women and sharing one bathroom.
The first day I remember signing up for kayaking and learning to knit. I was excited about my knitting lesson especially because I only knew how to crochet. I had been crocheting since I was 9 years old which had a calming effect on me, so I hoped knitting would present the same.
It was raining that October day and kayaking gave me the fresh air that I needed, and off I was to my knitting lesson. An amazing thing happened. I was absolutely hooked with this warm, cozy, almost like meditative atmosphere. Too bad there was not a fireplace to accompany the ambiance I was experiencing. I signed myself up to canoe and learn to knit everyday!
Attending that YMCA Fall women’s retreat by myself pushed me out of my comfort zone. My outside world at the time overwhelming and so therefore I found this combination of peaceful experiences quite refreshing.
Trying hobbies like knitting, crochet, and even a adult coloring books help us get in the mindset we deserve.
Refresh yourself with that brisk walk, than allow for some cozy and warmth time today!
Jaci
