Retreats are marvellous things. I had such a nice time on my own for the last few days. Which is a strange thing, because I can often be a little scared of my own company. However, I rather enjoyed it. Jean Vanier was there in spirit too, as I read his letter to L’Arche. That was a great great source of joy for me. Or of understanding, or something. Sleeping too is also something that I love. I hope that it will sustain me. I left feeling a bit…not coping.

Also oddly enough, I think the silence scared most of the other people retreating more than me, which surprised me. I thought I would find it hard. However, I just enjoyed the silence, the people rarely talking to me, the being able to do whatever I wanted. Like sleep when I felt a napping urge. Oh the joy.

This entry was posted on Sunday, June 1st, 2008 at 8:00 pm.