This was my first retreat and I highly recommend this experience to anyone who may be doubtful, curious, or a veteran meditator. After orientation, on Friday, we entered Noble Silence. It was calming to set aside all distractions and settle into the space of retreat. Activities included sitting practice, instruction, dharma and loving kindness talks, meditation that was guided, silent, eating and walking. There was gentle yoga and sound healing. I found the walking mediation most moving remembering that Thich Nhat Hahn said we walk in appreciation of Mother Earth, for those who can’t, those whose earthly walk was cut short.

Our leaders, Cindy and Jose Ricardo, are the most loving, caring and committed practitioners that one can imagine. Casa San Carlos is a perfect setting – attractive, clean, comfortable, spacious and peaceful. A spirit of peace and cooperation prevailed…

 

~ Sonja P-Miramar, Fl.