Although I was only gone for less than 5 full days during a personal retreat in northern Michigan, I was amazed by the fluctuations in my own appetite. I had a couple days where I was fully nourished by my surroundings and didn’t seem to need much in terms of meal size. And then there was another day where my metabolism was burning intensely and I couldn’t seem to get enough physical nourishment. (more…)

I sit here writing to you on June 11th, a few short hours before I take off for a solo retreat in Northern MI for several days. I am uncertain if I will have access to reliable internet. (more…)