by Maria Cook | Apr 13, 2019 | Belize, empowerment, Kayaking, learning, retreats, Travel
“NO PROBLEM” KAYAK, CAMP AND FABULOUS WOMEN Adventure Travel in My Fabulous Fifties April 5, 2019 by Laureen LOCATION: BELIZE It was convenient, since I was already in Belize. When I heard about this kayak, camp Belize trip I asked Arne if he thought we might...
by Maria Cook | Feb 12, 2019 | empowerment, learning, retreats, Travel
“What are you most proud of?” was the question. The things I feel the best about are the hardest things, when I chose to face my fears, or step up my game, when I did what was right and difficult instead of taking the easy way out. Those are the things that make me...
by Maria Cook | Nov 27, 2018 | empowerment, learning, retreats
When we are deeply rooted in a sense of purpose, we have a guideline or signpost that can help us make choices that serve us, that help us to be more fully who we are and to share our gifts with the world. When things matter to us, we can experience a deeper level of...
by Maria Cook | Jun 20, 2018 | empowerment, learning, retreats, Travel
My mind is full of memories, my house is chock with souvenirs. The tiny picture of the church in Palestine, hangs next to the painted metal mirror from Oaxaca. The tile from Ecuador, poignant with grief, subdues the bold colors of the batik print from Tahiti. Nearby...
by Maria Cook | Mar 13, 2018 | Curanderos, empowerment, learning, retreats, Rituals, Travel
I am home and am surrounded by the colorful reminders of my recent journey to Oaxaca. So many memories pass through my morning mind, wafting along with the scent of coffee, like little golden glitters of joy. Flashes of stunning landscapes, amazing architecture,...
by Maria Cook | Mar 11, 2018 | Curanderos, empowerment, learning, retreats, Rituals, Travel
I am writing from Oaxaca. We just spent the afternoon with traditional healers, who shared about their life and their gift, coming to terms with their calling to be healers. Over and over we hear about these people who were ill and sick constantly until they realized...
