(The last in a series of posts about the week I spent at Hedgebrook Writers Retreat for Women on Whidby Island off the coast of Washington in December 2012)
the blue Dutch door of "my" Willow Cottage |
the office. where they take care of administrative details, and you'll usually find a happy dog who comes to work with a staff member. |
the barn, where larger groups meet for readings and social events |
for internet access, residents visit the pump house |
or the farmhouse . . . |
...because you won't find it in the cottages. |
So, having spent a peaceful, serene week with my laptop and my thoughts in a cozy little cottage in the forest, the challenge is how to carry the spirit of Hedgebrook home with me.
I will continue to downsize and declutter, especially in my office,
which should be a writing sanctuary.
which should be a writing sanctuary.
I can designate certain hours as internet-free.
And I can simply take the phone off the hook during prime writing hours.
After all, that's why we have an answering machine.
2 comments:
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What a wonderful experience, Janet! The retreat resort looks beautiful and relaxing. So shall we be seeing the fruits of your labor from your retreat in print someday?
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