Since I was a kid, my birthday (late September – hence the timing) was a very important day. I use it as a time to consider where I am in my life and who the important people are I would like to thank and celebrate being alive with. 

This gathering has been in the works for five years – since covid and my time living abroad, I have been introspective, being a mom, going through massive amounts of transformation, and did not have the capacity to be there for others, especially my friends. Everyone has been incredibly supportive and understanding, which moves me even as I reflect on it now.  

And as I plan this event, I feel my heart and ability to care grow. It’s this idea of caring or service, really caring for myself in the end, because I get so much out of it, and I’ve forgotten about it being burdened by duty and putting my family first.

I miss being in a community and I desire to practice together.

The format is also very collaborative, in the hopes that it will naturally evolve into something greater than anything I can dream. 

The daily program is free of charge except for transportation to and from Colores, Sintra, Portugal, lodging, and some “Special Workshops".

The nearest airport it the Humberto Delgado Airport in Lisbon.

It is about a 30 minute to 1 hour drive to Colores depending on the time of day.

Colores, Sintra has a special micro-climate so there is a higher chance of clouds rolling in as well as cooler temperatures in the area. However, the last two years have been very mild in early October.

Suggested packing:

• Shoes for hiking in trails and sand dunes

• Light jacket, jumper

• Beachwear, beach blanket

• Sun hat, sunglasses

• Warm and light clothes

• A journal, extra pens

• Reusable water bottle, we will provide filtered water

• Any supplies you might need for your passion projects

Come as you are, ready to meet whatever comes up in the moment.

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