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My Turn, My Time Fall Retreat October 9 – 11, 2015

Interested in a weekend of renewal and rejuvenation? Think of the energy and focus you would get if you spent a little time away from the noise, designing strategies to live the life you want!

What will you get?

Rejuvenated and refreshed
Reflective, fun exercises and activities throughout the weekend, to get you thinking, dreaming, planning, — excited. You will leave with an action plan that you feel passionate about!
Intersperse this with lots of time to walk in the woods, sit by the river, write, soak in the hot tub — whatever you need.
Nourishing, gourmet menu
Private rooms,that are beautiful and very comfortable. (Reserve the little cabin down by the river for your own private getaway. Or, you can book the luxury suite with it’s own jacuzzi and glass porch overlooking a gurgling stream.)

Whispering Waters is a magical place. This retreat will be life changing — my promise to you!

Prices are $750 or $825 and include retreat, two nights at the B & B, all meals Friday dinner through Sunday lunch, and a full body or foot massage (your choice). Bring your swimsuit for a moonlight dip in the outdoor hot tub. Whispering Waters will be all ours for the weekend, no other guests will be staying during our retreat.

Say yes! ……… I would love to see you relaxing in the beautiful north woods. Creating a new, inspiring vision for your life. This retreat is designed to provide inspiration to create a new you, motivate you to take action while at the same time replenishing your mind, body and soul. Why don’t you join me?

MY TURN, MY TIME — Whispering Waters B & B, Traverse City, Michigan.

I would love to have you there! CLICK HERE TO GET MORE INFORMATION

Here’s what people said about last year’s retreat ………..

“I loved the laughing, sharing, reflecting, opening up and healing that came with this retreat.”

“Above my expectations!”

“Deborah, you created an atmosphere of safety and acceptance.”

“I’m so glad I came!”

“Where do I start? Superior, excellent, fabulous, amazing!”

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