The Magic of Reconnection
It's incredible how a journey can physically take you miles away, yet emotionally bring you closer to where you started; closer to your heart, and closer to your true self. It’s a mystery, isn’t it? And yet, life is a beautiful mystery.
The universe has a magical way of orchestrating events in our lives. I was reminded of this as I was surrounded by the faces of five incredible women in the oasis of Palm Springs, California. Our first meeting in Umbria, Italy took place two years earlier. Although three of women were unable to join us due to other commitments, they were with us in spirit.
Umbria, where the olive groves seemed to whisper secrets and the air was infused with an almost mystical energy. We met as strangers in that divine space, and our spirits danced to a tune only we could hear. We peeled back layers, let go of emotional baggage, and ventured into the depths of our souls, all while enveloped by the comforting embrace of a land that seemed suspended in time.
We reconnected in Palm Springs, CA which was a stark contrast to the old-world charm of Umbria. The California desert landscape stood as a testament to life’s resilience. Palms stretched high, as if reaching for personal growth, mirroring our own ambitions to keep moving forward on our path.
In Umbria, we had bonded over shared struggles and hopes. But in Palm Springs, the connection was deeper, more nuanced. No topic was off-limits, and no emotion too heavy to share.
Perhaps it was the healing aura of the desert, or maybe the camaraderie that had been nurtured over two transformative trips. Whatever the reason, we were all in tune, committed to our shared vow to foster self-growth, both individually and as a sisterhood.
As the poet Mary Oliver wrote, "What is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?" Together, in these sacred spaces, we had found an answer: To explore, to connect, to transform, and above all, to love, beginning with ourselves.
In the grand tapestry of life, our threads had intersected, not just once but twice. We left Palm Springs with the delightful anticipation of weaving yet another intricate pattern in the fabric of our shared destiny.
Until then, in the magic of reconnection, we carry within us pieces of two worlds, Umbria’s timeless wisdom and Palm Springs' resilient beauty; each a stepping stone in our ever-evolving journey toward the women we're destined to become.
xoxox…..Sheryl
PS … To Deb, Debra, and Liz, we missed you!
PSS … Lisa, a great big note of thanks to you and your brother for hosting us.
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