it was very difficult to say goodbye to these three lovely women.
we had all grown so close to each other during THE ARRIVAL retreat.
phyllis was the first to leave the villa magnolia nest.
it was sad to see her suitcase ready-to-go on the landing.
before she left, she surprised me with a beautiful handmade doily.
eric and i were able to spend a little bit more time
with rebekah before her flight took off,
having some fun at the leaning tower of pisa.
dawn was the last of our little retreat family to depart.
eric made us each a yummy affogato,
and we enjoyed a picturesque drive through carrara.
goodbyes are difficult, yes,
but my life’s been enriched by this experience.
and i know in my heart that
i will see each of them again one day.
so i’ll smile to myself and simply say,
once again, ciao for now.
