This weekend I had the wonderful opportunity to attend a retreat for mom's of kids with invisible disabilities. Basically mom's with really tough kids. This retreat was called From Mom Back To Me.
It was so nice to spend a couple of days with women who get me. Women who don't look at me like I am crazy when I try to tell them how my life is. Now this isn't to say that others I know don't get me, however these women would talk about their experiences, and I felt like, "that is so my kid."
Last night we had dinner, and an open microphone where women could take turns talking about their experiences. Afterward we wrote down things we want to let go of, on paper lanterns and sent them flying away. Then just spending time in the hot tub with other women. It was wonderful.
Today was a day of pampering. I got a massage, reflexology, light therapy, hair styling, and a facial. They were also doing nails, had axe throwing, bullet journaling, adult coloring pages, puzzles, my intent bracelets, lunch and dinner, great conversation opportunities. I came home with new friends and feeling so much more relaxed, refreshed, and rejuvenated than before.
Hopefully this, as well as things I learned about self care while I was there, can help me get through the next while easier than the last while has been. They are planning another one in April. I am really looking forward to it.
