We are in the middle of the retreat portion of our trip, what Melanie has referred to as “the deepest cave.” For those who are seekers, we know this state as the point where we confront our Shadows. Last night, some of us were returning from a dinner up the hill when another of our …
It is Tuesday in Mt. Pelion, Greece and we just spent two lovely hours in the Aegean Sea. The water is the perfect temperature, the sound of the surf is easeful and the salt content makes it easy to float. Within easy swimming distance is a cave where we sang and experienced the smell of …
Oftentimes, I ask myself, Beth, or a friend, “Why?” Why do you want to want take that course? That job? Or color your hair purple? WHY? In these moments, I am challenging myself or others to defend their choice. A current example… I am considering taking a session with our group leader. Melanie. It’s called …
Our days on Mt. Pelion begin with a sumptuous breakfast cooked and served by the owners of Amanita Farm where we are staying. We are so fortunate to have him serving us. Last night we had an equally delicious dinner at “The Lost Unicorn,” under a vine covered pergola. Our friend, Claudie, told me the …
Today (Saturday), we took the four hour journey to the farm where we will spend the next seven days on retreat. The name of the town is Tsagarada. In the distance, we can see the Aegean Sea, a fifteen minute drive from this spot. It’s very beautiful here. Before leaving Athens, we visited two places …
The Agora is the part of Athens where Socrates, other philosophers and their students used to hang out. It literally translates to “gathering place,” and it was, in its day, a center for artistic, athletic, spiritual and political life. I guess you could compare it to Central Park. As many have told us, the food …
Yesterday, we landed, took a taxi to our hotel in Athens and met with our group for our first dinner. Melanie Ryan, our co-leader, invited two Greek healers to join us for the meal. I enjoyed learning being with them. Today, thus far, we’ve climbed the Acropolis, went to the museum next to it (where …
Scott: Today (Wednesday), we board a Norse Atlantic Airways flight to Greece at 1pm, so by the time you read this we’d be there! Beth and I are leaving one hot place (New York) and arriving at one even hotter (Athens) with lots of light clothing and a mixture of curiosity, excitement and fear. We …
A week ago, I was in Nashville, Tennessee getting ready to write a song with a Veteran about the horrors of war. Tonight, Beth and I are in a hostel in Brooklyn, New York preparing to write a song about peace and love with 3rd and 4th graders, tomorrow. What a life! THURSDAY It took …
In my last post, “Reconcile,” I took a deep dive into the trauma that came up for me during my time in Nashville. Today, I’ll stick to the story. FRIDAY At 10 am, Jeff and I arrived at the Grand Ole Opry, one of America’s premier stages and the place where CreatiVets’ writing sessions happen. …