November 2005 Lyme Out Retreat

The November 2005 Lyme Out Retreat was held from November 3rd to 6th at Blairhaven Retreat Center in Duxbury, MA. The retreat center is on the water and everyone enjoyed looking out at the changing tides the peace of being by the water.



The next retreat will happen in May 2007.
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Activities included:
- Yoga & Meditation
- Expressive Arts
- Sharing Circles
- Lots of free time to talk individually and in small groups
- Great food!
- And lots of rest and relaxation in a beautiful location!

There were 23 participants in total, including a few who could only come for one day. We were able to give scholarships to three teenagers by the generous donation of the Lyme Disease Association of Southeastern Pennsylvania. In addition, five full or half scholarships were given and everyone was able to be accommodated.

Here are some pictures from the retreat and of Blairhaven Retreat Center:


The sunset on Thursday evening:


Relaxing after some birthday cake to celebrate one of our participant's birthday:


The view from the living room window:


The Outdoor "Sanctuary" Area:


The Back Yard:


The Living Area:


Leigh, Noreen, & Annie (the organizer):


Leigh, Barb, & Annie after a nice big breakfast on Sunday:


Patrick, our chef for the weekend, busy getting the homefries ready for Sunday's breakfast: