Good Monday morning! Only 21 sleeps …
Today I start preparing for Gather California. I don’t mean packing, or buying new clothes, or anything like that. As a matter of fact, one of the lovely notes I received in my inbox went like this …
How to prepare for GATHER…a soul guide (what to bring):- it is requested that you bring only clothing that you feel beautiful wearing, should that mean you only bring one outfit then so be it (we won’t judge)
- camera – could be your phone camera or a fancy state of the art new model, everyone is welcome ( advanced lenses etc. are welcome but not required)
- warm embraces to share with others
- an extra bag to carry home encouragement, awe and compliments
- any burdens you would like to lay at the Pacific shoreline
… sigh …
I also need to bring a photo of myself (one that I love) … hmmmm, this is going to be the hardest item to find … but it will be the first thing I put in my journal.
After that, a list of questions, ideas, and dreams … I get to pick the brains of some of the most talented, artistic, creative souls on the planet. I’m at once excited, and terrified. Seriously. I can.not.wait.
sounds like a very warm welcome, indeed. :)
Oh I envy you and at the same time am happy that you are doing something that will be rewarding and fun.
I’m excited for you! Can’t wait to hear all about it!
I love this list ~ what a time you are going to have ~ so excited for you!
I am sure that this will be a wonderful journey for you, Barb!
Just gorgeous…. Oh I want to go and know Im needed here with my daughter and her first child. If she wasnt high risk I would jump in both feet and arms.. Boy oh boy. Have fun Barb.
Oh, how lucky you are to be taking this trip…truly lucky! I will look forward to hearing all about it. <3
You are truly lucky to have this opportunity Barb…I love the list of things to bring…especially the very last one! Love your sunflower. Can’t wait to hear all about it.
Oh I’m jealous. There are a handful of you girls that I would love to spend time with. But we have a grandbaby due and will likely come early plus we are going to be in AL for a week next month too. But maybe next time. It will be awesome! Have a blast.
Barb, I am so happy for you that you will be able to participate in the Gather California event. I wish I could go, but I am needed here as my mother’s ability to care for herself continues to decline. I am so looking forward to hearing all about your adventures – and please give Kim a big hug from me. I am so grateful for your friendship – and I love it when good things happen for my friends! Your sunflower picture is an image of hope – always turn toward the sun.
Anxious to hear how this was, and bet it will be a wonderful experience!
This sounds like such a great trip and am excited for you that you are going to get to go. Will look forward to hearing all about it! Your berry bokeh is just gorgeous and the pear is lovely. perfect captures of this!
I envy you, Barb, and I wish you the very best of times! What a lovely mail in your inbox – just so sweet.