I’m not even gonna comment on how late this is. Actually, I am.
I think it took me a minute this blog because I had no clue what to write. Life feels like a blur and in fear of saying the same thing again and again for my blog, I’m going to focus on one thing I did in March: I hiked in the woods, off a path, to find a little pond and some peace.
I realize that I don’t really give off hiker girl vibes, trust me I get it, but when I was a kid, I spent so, so much time running around the woods near a creek in my neighborhood. Walking through the woods was a return to a beloved childhood pastime, a reminder of the wonder at the world you’re seeing for the first time, the peace of wandering that I don’t get to do much anymore. This little journey happened at the retreat center we visited for our silent retreat, back in the woods behind the main hall. The beauty of that place I can’t capture in words, but rest assured that peace seeps in that place. It was an incredible gift to spend time there, and to get to wander with God. I highly recommend trying it out, even if you can’t make it to St. Francis yourself (wander responsibly!).
Blessings,
Gretchen